Clark, the number one pick in the 2024 draft and the all-time scoring leader in NCAA Division I, had 24 points by shooting 10 for 19. She scored or assisted on 66 points for the Fever – the most in a single game in WNBA history, surpassing Diana Taurasi’s 65-point effort on August 10, 2006.

Clark becomes the second rookie in tournament history, along with Candace Parker in 2008, to score or assist on 50 points or more in multiple games.

Caitlin Clark’s achievements are making waves in basketball history, both in NCAA Division I and now in the WNBA. Here are the highlights:

WNBA Performance: In a recent game, Clark scored 24 points on 10-for-19 shooting. What’s even more impressive is her impact on the game overall: she either scored or assisted on a total of 66 points for her team, the Fever. This sets a new record for the most points contributed in a single game in WNBA history, surpassing Diana Taurasi’s previous record of 65 points set in 2006.
NCAA All-Time Scoring Leader: Before joining the WNBA, Clark made history in NCAA Division I as the all-time scoring leader. This underscores her exceptional scoring ability and influence on the game.
Rookie Achievements: Clark joins a select group of rookies who have made a significant impact early in their careers. She is only the second rookie in tournament history, after Candace Parker in 2008, to contribute to 50 or more points (through scoring or assisting) in multiple games. This achievement highlights her versatility and ability to elevate her team’s performance.

Clark’s rapid ascent and record-breaking performances illustrate her potential to become a transformative player in women’s basketball. Her ability to score, facilitate, and impact games at such a high level at such a young age is certainly impressive and speaks to a promising future in the sport.