Caitlin Clark adds a new accolade to her growing WNBA honors-A nomination she’s been expecting for weeks
Caitlin Clark named WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week.
Caitlin Clark became the second Fever to be named Player of the Week this season.
Indiana Fever sensation Caitlin Clark continues to shine in her rookie season, adding yet another accolade to her growing list of achievements. The WNBA announced on Tuesday that Clark has been named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week for the period of August 12-25. This recognition comes on top of her earlier honors as WNBA Rookie of the Month for both May and July.
Clark’s post-Olympic break performances have been nothing short of stellar. She ranks third among all WNBA players in scoring, averaging 25.9 points per game, while also contributing 9.0 assists and 5.0 rebounds.
Last week, she made history by becoming the Fever’s rookie leader in made 3-point field goals, with 81. She also surpassed Ticha Penicheiro’s rookie record of 224 assists, cementing her place as the WNBA’s all-time rookie leader in assists.
Clark is making history in the WNBA
Clark’s standout play places her alongside Indiana Fever legends Aliyah Boston and Tamika Catchings as one of only three players in franchise history to score at least 500 points in a rookie season.
In Indiana’s first game back from the break, Clark delivered an all-around performance with 29 points, 10 assists, and five rebounds against the Phoenix Mercury, securing her 10th double-double of the season. She followed that up with another strong showing against the Minnesota Lynx, tallying 23 points, eight assists, and five rebounds.
This marked her 11th game of the season with at least 20 points, five rebounds, and five assists. Over her last seven games, Clark has consistently hit at least 20 points and six assists.
Caitlin’s stats are impressive
Clark currently leads the league in assists, averaging 8.3 per game, and tops all rookies in scoring, steals, field goals made, free throws made, and minutes played. She joins teammate Aliyah Boston as the only Fever players to receive Eastern Conference Player of the Week honors this season.
With Clark’s continued excellence on the court, Indiana Fever fans have plenty to be excited about as their rookie star makes history and propels the team forward.
