Sue Bird knows greatness when she sees it, and Caitlin Clark is serving it up with logo-range threes and a side of sass.
When WNBA royalty like Sue Bird takes notice, you know you’re doing something right. During a lively chat on The Deal podcast with Alex Rodriguez and Jason Kelly, Bird practically handed Caitlin Clark the keys to the WNBA‘s newfound popularity. The rookie phenom hasn’t just raised the league’s profile—she’s doused it in lighter fluid and tossed in a match.
“All of a sudden, this player named Caitlin Clark comes,” Bird mused. “The fire was already there—it was burning brighter, but Caitlin came and poured gasoline all over that thing, taking it to another level.”
And just like that, Bird crowned Clark as the league’s queen of chaos, bringing her jaw-dropping sharpshooting and electric charisma to a court near you.
Logo Threes: The Dunk Antidote
Let’s face it—women’s basketball has spent years fending off critics who can’t stop drooling over dunks. But along came Caitlin Clark, casually swishing threes from the parking lot, and suddenly, everyone had to recalibrate.
“But now it’s, ‘Oh f***, that girl’s hitting logo threes? I don’t think I can do that,’” Bird quipped, adding a mic-drop-worthy conclusion: “And everybody respects that.”
If Clark’s three-point range doesn’t leave you speechless, her Rookie of the Year stats might. Averaging 19.2 points, 8.4 assists, and 5.7 rebounds, she became a walking highlight reel. Oh, and let’s not forget leading the league in assists. Just another day at the office for Clark.
A Fever Dream Season
The Indiana Fever’s seven-year playoff drought? Over. Their first 20-win season since 2015? Handled. Caitlin Clark’s record-breaking debut season was like a Hollywood script—except better because it was real.
Thanks to Clark, the WNBA saw attendance numbers skyrocket to levels not seen in over two decades. Over 54 million unique viewers tuned in, proving that this rookie is more than just a player; she’s a phenomenon.
Bird called it right: Clark didn’t join the WNBA to fit in—she came to take over.
The Catalyst of Change
Beyond the stats and the accolades, Bird emphasized Clark’s power to change perceptions. “She broke through with her logo threes,” Bird said. “There’s a respect factor—men and women—and it’s undeniable.”
For a league already riding a wave of growth, Caitlin Clark is the perfect storm. She’s not just the star attraction; she’s the main event, headliner, and after-party all rolled into one.
With her fearless playstyle and undeniable swagger, Caitlin Clark isn’t just elevating the WNBA; she’s redefining it. If you’re not paying attention yet, Sue Bird and 54 million fans have one thing to say: You’re missing out.
