True friendship isn’t just about showing up when the spotlight’s bright, but about standing tall when the world rounds you to make a story you wouldn’t wish to be in. That same loyalty and fierce support we cherish in our closest bonds is echoed on the hardwood, and the WNBA is no different. In a league where sisterhood runs deep, players lift each other up both on and off the court. And recently, fans witnessed a powerful display of that unshakable bond. Guess what Aliyah Boston did for Caitlin Clark that just set the internet ablaze?
During a late-night hangout that was streamed live by two well-known WNBA guards, a brief moment had everyone’s attention and went viral, sending fans into a frenzy. Thanks to Minnesota Lynx stars Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman, who are streaming the entire weekend live on their Twitch channel “StudBudz”, the unscripted interaction quickly became the talk of the WNBA world. And it involved, yes, your very own CC.
This year, the 2025 All-Star festivities are taking things to a completely new level with a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lives of the players, showing their genuine interactions, the bonds they share, and the pressure they face as stars every day through player-led online broadcasts. It all happened when Indiana Fever star and All-Star captain Caitlin Clark casually popped into the online broadcast, drink in hand. And guess Boston’s reaction?
CC’s Fever teammate, Aliyah Boston, came into the frame with a look that practically shouted, “Not on my watch, internet.” Boston secretly took Clark’s drink out of view. It was a quick and protective gesture. The kind of thing you do when watching a best friend’s blind spot. But here’s the thing: it was live for everyone to see. Its immediate public visibility became the conversation.
AB is the best teammate of all time https://t.co/sew1uiZB07
— whitney medworth (@its_whitney) July 18, 2025
As the clip took off online, Boston’s swift reaction, pointed out by sharp-eyed fans, turned this moment into a huge celebration of teammate loyalty. The incident quickly brought excitement among fans, showing a strong connection between players and their expanding community. So, how did fans react to this gesture of Aliyah Boston?
Fans rally behind Boston as CC’s drink makes the headlines
The Fever One fan couldn’t hold back their enthusiasm, exclaiming, “AB took Caitlin’s drink out of her hand. She’s so real .” The 23-year-old Fever Center is never out of character when it comes to defending her sisters, be it on the court or off the court. And this viral clip is another stamp of the Fever’s locker room unity.
Another social media user joined in with a laugh, saying, “I’m crying AB took Caitlin’s drink away.” While small, this is how a simple, personal moment can bring strong feelings among dedicated fans, that the locker room is safe, and despite a dwindling season, the future of this Fever side looks promising, because in sports, unless you have a sorted unit, the fall is destined.
A sportswriter perfectly grabbed the sentiment, saying, “AB is the best teammate of all time.” Yes, she is, for her selfless acts of support. Aliyah Boston, the 2023 No. 1 overall pick and reigning Rookie of the Year, consistently manifests a team-first mentality, averaging 15.6 PPG, 7.6 RPG, and 3.7 APG in the 2025 season.
An observant fan noted, “The look on AB’s face…lol.” This pointed out the silent connection and understanding between the teammates, and how quickly the internet can come behind the best of the players, too. Boston’s act, if anything, is a definition of quick presence of mind, that even if the party is in a closed circle, the clips will run far and wild.
Then this one comment: “Sometimes you have to save your friends when they have had too much to drink,” circles it back to how we started this, a friend who stays through thick and thin, is the one you can count on. Both Boston (2023 No. 1 pick) and Clark (2024 No. 1 pick) were back-to-back top selections for the Fever, sharing a journey of professional growth and the weight of public expectations. It still feels like a déjà vu, right?
Jun 10, 2024; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) and guard Caitlin Clark (22) react after a basket against the Connecticut Sun in the first quarter at Mohegan Sun Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
The camera didn’t pause. And the stream kept rolling, but the impact was already felt. The clip spread like wildfire on X, TikTok, in group chats, and across headlines. For fans, it was pure comedic gold, but it also served as a reminder that these women are acutely aware of the intense spotlight on them and how quickly one screenshot can go viral. And just like the cameras, the comments, too, didn’t stop.
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