Caitlin Clark, a rookie in the WNBA who seems to be on a first-name basis with records now, has just shattered yet another one. For those keeping count (and honestly, who isn’t at this point?), Clark has officially surpassed the legendary Ticha Penicheiro’s rookie assist record of 224, set way back in 1998 when some of us still thought Y2K would shut down the world. Clark’s brand-new shiny total? A casual 232 assists, because why not?
In what could have been just another day in the WNBA, Clark decided she’d also drop 23 points, snag five rebounds, and dish out nine assists to lead the Indiana Fever to a comfy 92-75 win over the Seattle Storm. Oh, and this was right after coming back from an Olympics break – because apparently, breaking records requires a vacation. Fun fact: Clark didn’t even suit up for Team USA in Paris, and that sparked enough controversy to light up a small country.
But back to the hardwood. Clark’s first WNBA season has been like watching your favorite superhero come to life on the court. Scoring? Check. Assists? Obviously. Sass? Plenty of that too! Just ask anyone who’s tried to keep up with her on the court – spoiler alert, they can’t. Her energy, precision, and ability to read the game have turned her into a living highlight reel, and her teammates must be thanking their lucky stars for every no-look pass she sends their way.
If you thought Clark was just about the assists, think again. A few nights ago, she casually dropped 29 points, threw 10 assists, and scooped up five rebounds in a tight 98-89 victory over the Phoenix Mercury. And if that wasn’t enough, Clark also delivered a masterclass in talking trash with a smile—because when you’re this good, you can afford to be a little extra.
Currently sitting seventh in the standings with a 13-15 record, the Indiana Fever are a team that still has some work to do. But with Clark breaking records faster than she breaks ankles, they’re eyeing that playoff spot like it’s on sale. The Fever’s playoff hopes might rest on their ability to ride Clark’s wave of magic (and sass) through the rest of the season.
Meanwhile, the New York Liberty are out here living their best life at the top of the standings with a 23-4 record. They’re basically already RSVPing for the playoffs, thanks to their latest six-game win streak. Their latest victims? The Los Angeles Sparks, whom they absolutely roasted with a 68-103 smackdown. Oh, and the two-time reigning WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces? They got served too, falling to the Liberty 67-79. Tough week, huh?
So, as we watch Clark inch her way closer to WNBA greatness one assist at a time, just remember: it’s all fun and games until she breaks yet another record. Then, it’s just straight-up legend statu
