October 4, 2024

Caitlin Clark’s rookie season with the Indiana Fever is truly remarkable. StatMamba highlighted her incredible achievements, including her record-breaking career at the University of Iowa, where she became the NCAA Division I leader in points (3,951), made 3-pointers (548), and field goals (1,293). She also made history as the first woman to lead Division I in points for three seasons and in both points and assists in the same season.

Transitioning to the WNBA, Clark set multiple rookie records, including single-season marks for points (769), assists (337), and double-doubles (14), along with single-game records for assists (19) and made 3-pointers (7). Notably, she became the first player in NBA/WNBA history to lead the NCAA in assists per game during her final college season (8.9) and in her rookie season (8.4).

Clark is also the first player in WNBA history to lead the league in both assists per game and made 3-pointers (122) in a single season.

The 22-year-old sensation earned her fourth Rookie of the Month honor in September, averaging 22.5 points, 9.1 assists, and 5.6 rebounds per game. She previously received the award in May, July, and August, making her one of only seven rookies to achieve this distinction at least four times.

 

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