Bob Costas talks Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and race in the WNBA

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Bob Costas appeared on CNN's "NewsNight With Abby Phillip"on Monday night alongside Cari Champion. The trio discussed the drama in the WNBA surrounding Caitlin Clark. 

One comment from Costas, in particular, made the rounds on social media Tuesday. Costas said that a foul committed against Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese by Connecticut Sun forward Alyssa Thomas didn't garner the same attention as Chennedy Carter fouling Caitlin Clark because it was a "black-on-black incident." 

"There was an incident recently where Alyssa Thomas, who happens to be African-American, grabbed Angel Reese by the throat and threw her to the floor," Costas said.

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"The reason why that doesn’t spark as much conversation isn’t just that Caitlin Clark is a bigger star than Alyssa Thomas. It’s because it’s a black-on-black incident. You don't have the dynamic that people can comment on but also exaggerate and make the entire story."

Here's the clip of Costas that made headlines, and a clip of the foul committed against Angel Reese on May 25 to which he is referring. (App users click here).

The entire segment with Costas, Phillip and Champion lasted seven minutes, with the above clip generating the most reaction. 

The full segment included Cari Champion saying she was tired of people claiming that other WNBA players are "jealous" of Caitlin Clark. 

Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts against the Chicago Sky during the fourth quarter in the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 01, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana.  (Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

"There should be more layers to this sport," Champion said. "If