Many women’s basketball enthusiasts anticipated that Indiana Fever rookie guard Caitlin Clark would quickly adapt to the WNBA, thanks to her proficiency in three-point shooting and her exceptional passing skills. Although her three-point shooting percentage isn’t as high as it was during her final season at Iowa, it’s her remarkable passing that has captivated fans.
Currently, Clark is averaging 7.8 assists per game in the 2024 regular season. She has also tallied at least 11 assists in six of her last seven games. This impressive performance has put her on the path to breaking the WNBA rookie record for most assists, a record set by Ticha Penichiero at 225 in 1998. Through 24 regular season games, Clark has already amassed 188 assists.
Before she can break Penichiero’s record, Clark will need to surpass the 191 assists that WNBA legend Sue Bird accumulated in 2002. Given that Clark has recorded more than three assists in every game this season except for two, it is highly likely that she will overtake Bird during Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Lynx.
Sue Bird has expressed her admiration for Clark on multiple occasions. Now, Clark is on the brink of replacing Bird in this particular aspect of WNBA history. Clark’s rapid adaptation and impressive assist numbers not only highlight her talent but also suggest she is set to leave a significant mark on the league.
