In a moment of candid humor and humility, basketball icon Diana Taurasi publicly acknowledged just how wrong she was about WNBA star Caitlin Clark.

Back when Caitlin Clark entered the WNBA, the legendary Taurasi had bluntly warned her, stating that “reality is coming,” implying Clark would struggle against seasoned professionals. Taurasi, known for her sharp wit and unfiltered honesty, suggested the rookie sensation wasn’t yet prepared for the challenges ahead.

Yet, reality proved quite different for Clark, who had a sensational debut season with the Indiana Fever. Averaging 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and an impressive 8.4 assists per game, Clark silenced skeptics by making the All-Star team, earning All-WNBA first-team honors, and clinching the coveted WNBA Rookie of the Year award.

Fast forward to a recent televised interaction on ESPN’s popular The Bird & Taurasi Show, Taurasi addressed her mistaken prediction directly to Clark. In a playful, candid admission, Taurasi said, “Reality is coming to me now,” openly conceding her previous misjudgment.

Clark, clearly amused, laughed off the remark without resentment, enjoying the full-circle moment alongside viewers. Fans watching the exchange quickly took to social media, praising Taurasi’s willingness to admit she was wrong.

“Taurasi was Clark’s number one hater, but at least she admitted she was wrong,” one fan joked. Another noted humorously, “Taurasi’s reality check is coming—but Clark’s still got next.”

This lighthearted interaction highlighted the shift in generations within the WNBA. Taurasi, who officially retired last season after an illustrious 20-year career, now sees the torch firmly in Clark’s hands.

Reflecting on her remarkable career, Taurasi previously told Time Magazine: “Mentally and physically, I’m just full… I’m happy,” marking the end of an era and a graceful acknowledgment that new stars like Clark are now stepping into the spotlight.

Caitlin Clark, meanwhile, continues to rise, already cementing herself as one of the league’s most dynamic players—proving, once again, that sometimes reality is even better than predicted.