Caitlin Clark race debate rolls on as Charlamagne tha God claims she is only popular because she's WHITE - as he backs her WNBA rival A'ja Wilson.

Caitlin Clark has been at the forefront of shooting the WNBA into unprecedented popularity. And popular radio host Charlamagne tha God said he believes the reason the Indiana Fever star has become incredibly popular is primarily because she's white.

Charlamagne tha God gave his remarks during an interview with late night host Bill Maher, as Charlamagne compared Clark's booming celebrity status to that of Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson.

Wilson was just as dominant as Clark during her college career. Wilson was so influential for South Carolina, Colonial Life Arena in Columbia has erected a statue outside its doors in her honor.

Clark should have a statue of her own built in Iowa City one day, but it only states how transcendent Wilson was, especially playing for Dawn Staley amid the dominance of the Gamecocks over the last several years.

Wilson has continued to be one of basketball's best as a two-time WNBA MVP. She did not receive an eighth of the attention Clark has. Maher and Charlamagne questioned if had to with Clark's race.

Clark has helped the WNBA reach unprecedented popularity since joining the Indiana Fever

Charlamagne tha God believes Clark is popular primarily because she is white.

CHARLAMAGNE THA GOD: "A'ja Wilson was the biggest thing when she came out of South Carolina ... and she didn't get all of that."

BILL MAHER: "So what do you attribute that to? I mean, you're saying that's… - The Vigilant Fox 🦊 (@VigilantFox) June 15, 2024

'A'ja Wilson was the biggest thing when she came out of South Carolina ... and she didn't get all of that,' Charlamagne said.

'So what do you attribute that to? I mean, you're saying that's racism?' Maher questioned.

'No, I'm not saying it's racist. I'm just saying that I think A'ja Wilson has a point, and I think sometimes when, you know, black women say certain things, we should listen, especially her because I'm not in her shoes,' Charlamagne responded.

'But why was Serena Williams such a big star? Because people like that. They didn't not watch her because she was black, right?' Maher added.

Williams was tennis' biggest star and best player for more than a decade, who was black in a white-dominated sport.

The inverse is true for Clark, with a majority of the WNBA being black women.

Williams herself recently commented to TIME on Clark's rise to fame, seemingly agreeing with Maher.

'If people are negative it’s because they can’t do what you do,' Williams said.

Brittney Griner is part of the Team USA roster for the 2024 Olympics, and she wants everyone to know she's committed to helping the team win despite the backlash she's getting.

For those not in the know, Griner has been on the receiving end of plenty of criticism after she was selected for Team USA. Many questioned her selection, especially with Caitlin Clark snubbed from the squad.

Others couldn't help having doubts about her commitment to the nation, especially due to her previous stance about the USA when she did not stand with teammates during the playing of the national anthem.

In an Instagram post recently, however, Griner made sure to emphasize where her mind is after she was given the chance to represent the country in the 2024 Olympics. The Phoenix Mercury star is determined to bring another gold for Team USA, which would be the third of her career if successful.

"When you see GRINER 15… just know it’s time to handle business for a third time … PARIS BOUND bby!!!!" Griner wrote on Instagram along with photos of her holding her national team jersey.

It's unlikely the criticisms on Griner will stop considering she already has a legion of detractors. However, for Team USA, it is certainly a good thing the Mercury center has her eyes on the prize and nothing else.

Hopefully, when the 2024 Olympics take place, the fans can unite and cheer on Team USA as it looks to stay on top of women's basketball.