Caitlin Clark has solidified her status as a rising star in basketball, and her rookie season in the WNBA with the Indiana Fever has been nothing short of historic.
After a stellar college career at Iowa, where she shattered scoring records, Clark has continued her record-setting ways in the professional ranks.
From breaking assists and scoring records to leading the Fever back to the playoffs, Clark‘s impact on the game has been remarkable.
Clark has set multiple records during her debut season. On September 13, she broke the WNBA single-season assists record, previously held by Connecticut’s Alyssa Thomas.
Her ability to thread pinpoint passes has made her a nightmare for opposing defenses.
Just two days later, on September 15, Clark scored 35 points against the Dallas Wings, breaking Seimone Augustus‘s 18-year-old rookie scoring record.
Her skill set and high basketball IQ have made her a standout playmaker and scorer.
First Rookie Triple-Double
Clark didn’t stop at assists and scoring records. She became the first rookie in WNBA history to record a triple-double.
This rare feat puts her in elite company, as only seven other players have multiple career triple-doubles, including both regular season and playoffs. Clark‘s versatility on the court has made her an all-around threat, capable of impacting every facet of the game.
Thanks to Clark‘s stellar performances, the Indiana Fever are returning to the WNBA playoffs for the first time since 2016.
Seeded sixth, they face the Connecticut Sun in the first round. Clark is widely expected to win the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year award, as her play has been instrumental in lifting the Fever back to postseason contention.
Caitlin Clark’s 2024 Season Stats
Here’s a breakdown of Clark’s stats for the 2024 WNBA season.
- Points per game: 19.23 (7th in the league)
- Field Goal %: .422 (61st)
- 3-Point Field Goal %: .367 (35th)
- Free Throw %: .906 (4th)
- Rebounds per game: 5.68 (19th)
- Assists per game: 8.43 (1st)
- Steals per game: 1.33 (15th)
- Blocks per game: 0.68 (22nd)
Clark’s Playoff Schedule
- Game 1: Sunday, Sept. 22 at Connecticut, 3 p.m. ET on ABC
- Game 2: Wednesday, Sept. 25 at Connecticut, 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN
- Game 3 (if necessary): Friday, Sept. 27 at Indiana, time TBD on ESPN2
Clark‘s incredible debut season has drawn attention from all over the basketball world. As she continues to break records and push her team forward, her impact on the league has only just begun.
Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how far Clark can take the Fever in the playoffs, solidifying her status as one of the brightest stars in the WNBA.
