Virtually every game, Caitlin Clark is making WNBA history ¹. In the Indiana Fever’s 93-86 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday, Clark became the fastest player in WNBA history to record 100 three-pointers in a season, accomplishing the feat in only 34 games ¹. Clark also recorded her second triple-double of her career, finishing with 24 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists ². She is the first rookie in WNBA history to record two triple-doubles ².
In addition to her triple-double, Clark also recorded her seventh career 20-point, 10-assist game, which is already the third-most in league history ². Only Courtney Vandersloot and Diana Taurasi have more, and those two have played 422 and 559 games, respectively ². Clark has played 34 ². Clark’s impressive stats are a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport.
Clark’s impact on the Fever has been undeniable, as she has instantly cemented herself as the team’s most important piece ³. Her performances both as a scorer and a playmaker have been vital toward Indiana’s run, and she’s shattered various records in the process ³. Clark’s ability to facilitate for her teammates has been impressive, and her record-breaking 19 assists in a game against the Dallas Wings is a testament to her skill ³.
The Fever are on an absolute tear to start the season, winning five games in a row, which is their longest winning streak since 2015 ². They are 7-1 since the Olympic break and have clinched their first playoff berth since 2016, ending the longest active drought in the league ². Clark’s impressive play has been a key factor in the Fever’s success, and she continues to make history with each game ⁴ ¹ ³ ².
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