While Caitlin Clark’s deep threes and ankle-breaking crossovers have secured her frequent flyer miles to SportsCenter, one of her most underrated talents—her Houdini-like passing—still flies under the radar. According to Indiana Fever teammate Lexie Hull, Clark’s court vision isn’t just good; it’s “where-did-that-come-from” elite. And yes, Hull has the turnovers and wide-eyed moments to prove it.
In a recent chat on The Young Man and the Three podcast with Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones, Hull opened up about playing alongside Clark, whose ability to whip no-look passes and thread needles would make even Magic Johnson nod in approval.
Clark’s Passing: A Gift and a Challenge
Hull, a former Stanford Cardinal, was no stranger to hard cuts and sprints in transition, but playing with Clark took her hustle to another level—and maybe gave her a minor case of whiplash.
“I definitely got passes when I wasn’t even thinking about the ball,” Hull confessed. “Like, I’d just be out there running my lane, minding my business, and—BAM—there’s the ball. At some point, I just had to start assuming the ball was coming every time, even if she wasn’t looking at me.”
For a rookie who averaged 8.4 assists per game—topping the WNBA in her debut season—Clark made it clear she wasn’t just about filling up the scoring column. But that passing genius comes with its own set of challenges. According to Hull, it wasn’t just about catching the ball; it was about understanding Clark’s telepathic basketball IQ.
“Sometimes I think she’s playing 4D chess while we’re over here still figuring out checkers,” Hull joked. “I’d cut, and she’d hit me with a dime when I was thinking about my post-game dinner.”
Growing Pains and Glorious Gains
Clark’s knack for setting her teammates up didn’t come without hiccups. Her average of 5.6 turnovers per game last season might look ugly on paper, but Hull insists it was all part of building chemistry.
“Everyone sees the game a little differently,” Hull explained. “She might see a cut, I might see a post-up, and suddenly we’re both thinking, ‘Why did the ball end up in the bleachers?’ But once we started clicking, it was magic.”
And magic it was. During one dazzling stretch, Clark dished out double-digit assists in eight of nine games, leaving opposing defenses looking more lost than a rookie at media day.
The Caitlin Effect
Hull isn’t complaining, though. Those perfectly-timed feeds helped her score in double figures seven times this past season, proving that Clark’s generosity spreads far beyond the stat sheet.
“Now I go all-out on every cut, every fast break, because I know she’ll find me—even if I don’t think it’s possible,” Hull said. “She’s like a quarterback who can throw a Hail Mary while ordering DoorDash at the same time.”
If Clark can reduce her turnovers and continue to build trust with her teammates, the Fever could become a nightmare matchup for any WNBA squad. As for Hull? She’s just grateful for the experience—even if it means being caught off guard by another laser beam pass when she’s mid-sneeze.
Clark’s rookie season stats—19.2 points, 8.4 assists, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game—cement her as one of the league’s brightest stars. But according to Hull, it’s the stuff you don’t see on the highlight reels that makes Clark truly special.
“She’s not just a scorer or a passer. She’s a vibe,” Hull quipped. “The Caitlin Clark experience? It’s like a roller coaster—you scream, you laugh, and sometimes you forget to breathe. But you can’t wait to ride it again.”
