Elle Duncan faced criticism for a crude halftime comment during the WNBA All-Star Game, and she defended her joke about lack of defense on a podcast.

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Elle Duncan's risqué comment about "no D" during the WNBA All-Star Game halftime show drew criticism from some on social media over the weekend.

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ESPN's Elle Duncan had a glaring critique of how the WNBA All-Star Game was played, with the anchor claiming neither team had any interest in defense, an issue plaguing the NBA All-Star Game

During halftime coverage, Duncan quipped about the absolute absence of defense during the point-heavy game between Team Caitlin Clark and Team Napheesa Collier. It's, well, pretty NSFW. So, be advised. "We hope it gets a little bit more competitive," Duncan said. "Because like a girls' trip to Cancun, right now, there's no D."