Clark scored 24 three-point shots, tied for first among all WNBA players
Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark was named the WNBA’s Rookie of the Month in May
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has been named the WNBA Rookie of the Month for May, continuing her impressive start in professional basketball.
Since joining the league, Clark has significantly boosted the WNBA’s visibility while making an immediate impact on the court.
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Clark averaging impressive numbers in WNBA
Over her first nine games, Clark averaged 17.6 points, 6.6 assists, and played an average of 33 minutes per game.
Her standout performance came on May 28 against the Los Angeles Sparks, where she scored a season-high 30 points.
Clark also tied Diana Taurasi for the league lead with 24 three-pointers made in May and ranked second in assists (59) and free throws made (42).
Clark’s achievements place her among the elite rookies in WNBA history
She became the third player to achieve 100+ points, 30+ rebounds, and 30+ assists in her first six career games, joining the ranks of Candace Parker and Sabrina Ionescu.
Furthermore, Clark is the third player in Indiana Fever history to receive Rookie of the Month honors, following Aliyah Boston and Natalie Achonwa.
🏀 @Kia Rookie of the Month 🏀
Caitlin Clark averaged 17.6 PPG, 5.1 RPG and 6.6 APG to earn May rookie of the month honors for the @indianafever #KiaROTM | #WelcometotheW pic.twitter.com/9tjEe5m7cm
— WNBA (@WNBA) June 3, 2024
Clark going through growing pains in first month in WNBA
Despite her impressive statistics, Clark’s journey hasn’t been without challenges.
She leads the league in turnovers with 5.4 per game, a figure comparable to top players like Connecticut Sun’sAlyssa Thomas and Seattle Storm’sSkyler Diggins-Smith.
High turnovers are often a sign of a player frequently in possession, indicating her pivotal role in the Fever’s gameplay.
The award also follows an incident with Chicago Sky guard Chennedy Carter, sparking some backlash.
However, Clark’s consistent performance across various metrics underlines her deserving recognition.
She leads all rookies in scoring, assists, steals, and free-throw percentage, showcasing her well-rounded game and leadership on the court.
Clark’s presence in a strong rookie class, including talents like Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky and Cameron Brink of the Los Angeles Sparks, highlights the depth and competitiveness among the new WNBA players.
Reese and Brink have also made significant contributions, with Reese excelling in rebounds and Brink in blocks
Looking ahead, Clark is expected to further elevate her game as she adapts to the WNBA’s demands.
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