The WNBA Rookie of the Year award? Done and dusted. Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever’s rising star, owned it with 66 out of 67 votes. But while the world was busy congratulating her, one star stood out for showing Clark a little extra love – Luka Doncic. And let’s just say, Luka brought a lot more class to the table than a certain Angel Reese, who was seemingly “too busy” to drop a congratulatory note to her fellow baller. Yeah, Reese was apparently focused on her new business venture. Timing, am I right?
Now, let’s talk about Luka Doncic. You know, that guy who casually averages MVP-worthy stats while making it look like a walk in the park? Fresh off of his own ROTY win in 2019, Luka clearly saw something special in Caitlin, and he wasted no time in firing off a social media shout-out. No big deal—just a humble “Congrats Caitlin, you crushed it!” moment from one of the NBA’s finest.
Luka Flexes with Class
The Slovenian sensation had the internet buzzing when he slid into the social media spotlight to celebrate Clark’s achievement. “Caitlin, congratulations on an amazing season. Rookie of the Year is a big honor. You deserve it.” Oh, and to those keeping score, that’s what we call grace—you know, the thing Angel Reese apparently left at the door while setting up her new business?
Doncic, the former ROTY himself, can certainly relate to Clark’s meteoric rise. Back in the 2018-19 season, he lit up the NBA with 21.2 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 6 assists per game. The Mavericks may have finished 14th in the Western Conference, but Luka still owned the spotlight, leaving Deandre Ayton and Trae Young in his dust. No hard feelings though, right?
Caitlin Clark: More Than Just Rookie of the Year
Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark’s performance this season? Absolutely legendary. Not only did she lead the Indiana Fever to their first postseason appearance since 2016, but her stat line read like something out of a basketball fairy tale—19.2 points, 8.4 assists, 5.2 rebounds per game, and a laundry list of broken records. In case you’re wondering, yes, that’s how you write a Rookie of the Year resume.
And while she may have missed out on the MVP award (shout-out to A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces for taking that crown), Caitlin still finished fourth in the voting for it. Not bad for a rookie, huh?
Angel Reese: A Little Too Busy for Congratulations?
While the world was raising a glass to Clark, Angel Reese, Clark’s competition for ROTY, was…well…conspicuously quiet. Reese has been MIA in the congratulatory department, allegedly “occupied” with her latest business hustle. Come on, Angel, it takes, what, five seconds to shoot a text or drop a tweet? Apparently, her calendar is packed tighter than a playoff schedule.
Doncic and the Mavericks: Eyes on the Prize
As for Luka, he’s getting ready to tip off the 2024/25 NBA season, where the Mavericks will look to avenge last season’s Finals loss to the Boston Celtics. Opening night? A little face-off with the 7-foot-4 spectacle himself, Victor Wembanyama, and the San Antonio Spurs. If Luka plays his cards right, maybe he’ll add an NBA championship to his resume—just in time to send Caitlin another “Congrats” message when she eventually wins her first MVP.
So, in summary: Luka Doncic = class act. Caitlin Clark = ROY queen. Angel Reese = occupied. We’ll just keep the popcorn handy for whatever comes next.
Stay tuned, sports fans!
