1 draft choiceCaitlin Clarkhas been targeted with physical play.

Is she facing the rookie challenge, the rookie hardships that are inherent with being a rookie?

Yes, Auriemma told reporters in Connecticut.

(L-R) Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever and Kayla Thornton #5 of the New York Liberty fight for control of the ball

(L-R) Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever and Kayla Thornton #5 of the New York LibertyLuke Hales/Getty Images

Shes also being targeted.

Clarks confrontations with other teams reached a head on Saturday.

Appreciate the fact that nows the time [for the WNBA].

Caitlin Clark

Why are you blaming that kid?

So, youre [complaining] that shes getting what shes getting.