Colin Clark, brother of WNBA standout Caitlin Clark, openly criticized the league’s refereeing following her recent injury. His remarks came during the 2025 All-Star weekend’s orange carpet event, where he appeared alongside Caitlin and Lynx players Courtney Williams and Natisha Heideman on the Studbudz stream.

Despite some initial awkwardness when handed the microphone, Colin wasted no time addressing the officiating issues. He reiterated comments similar to a tweet he posted and later deleted earlier in the week, directly attributing Caitlin’s injury to questionable calls by the referees.

“Make no mistake, this is on the reffing,” Colin tweeted before deleting the post.

Physical Play and Officiating Concerns Impact Caitlin Clark’s Season

The Indiana Fever star has faced ongoing challenges with officiating throughout the season, with Tuesday’s game against the Connecticut Sun being especially difficult. Officials permitted aggressive physical defense against Clark, which many critics argue crossed the line and contributed to her injury.

As a result of this physical play, Clark suffered a right groin injury that has forced her withdrawal from the All-Star weekend events hosted in her home city. She was set to serve as a team captain in the All-Star game and compete in the three-point contest, but was officially ruled out on Thursday following the announcement.

Implications of the Injury and Officiating Disputes on WNBA and Fans

Caitlin Clark’s absence from the All-Star festivities will be a significant blow both to the Fever and the event’s home crowd eager to see their star perform. The controversy surrounding referees’ handling of aggressive play raises questions about player’s safety and the consistency of officiating standards across the league. Going forward, this incident could reignite discussions about rule enforcement and injury prevention in high-stakes games.