Tracking Caitlin Clark’s Stats, Top Highlights for 2024 WNBA Rookie Season with Fever

Tracking Caitlin Clark’s Stats, Top Highlights for 2024 WNBA Rookie Season with Fever

 

 

 

UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT - MAY 14: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever looks on during the first quarter against the Connecticut Sun in the game at Mohegan Sun Arena on May 14, 2024 in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

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The Caitlin Clark show has arrived.

After becoming the NCAA’s all-time scoring leader and leading the Iowa Hawkeyes to the national championship game, Clark became the No. 1 overall pick of the 2024 WNBA draft. She will be under the spotlight throughout her rookie season with the Indiana Fever as fans tune in to see whether she can carry her scoring prowess to the next level.

Keep it locked right here for Clark’s stats and highlights throughout that rookie campaign.


Indiana Fever Record: 11-15

Caitlin Clark’s per-game averages: 17.1 points, 8.2 assists, 5.8 rebounds, 1.5 steals, 0.8 blocks, 5.6 turnovers

 

 

Game 26: Dallas Wings 101, Indiana Fever 93

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ARLINGTON, TX - JULY 17: Odyssey Sims #2 of the Dallas Wings plays defense during the game  against Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever on July 17, 2024 at the College Park Center in Arlington, TX. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Caitlin Clark dished a WNBA-record 19 assists alongside 24 points (10-of-19 shooting) and six rebounds. However, the host Dallas Wings still defeated the Indiana Fever 101-93.

Clark had previously amassed a season-high 13 assists on four different occasions this year, but she already hit that mark by the end of the third quarter.

The ex-Iowa star got her record 19th assist when she found Kelsey Mitchell for a three-pointer that tied the game at 93 with 2:22 left.

New York Liberty guard Courtney Vandersloot previously held the assist record when she amassed 18 dimes for the Chicago Sky in a 100-77 win over the Fever in August 2020.

As for the game, the Wings responded to Mitchell’s game-tying three by ending the contest on an 8-0 run.

Arike Ogunbowale and Odyssey Sims co-led Dallas with 24 points. Aliyah Boston paced Indiana with 28 points.

 

 

Game 25: Indiana Fever 81, Minnesota Lynx 74

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JULY 14: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball against Courtney Williams #10 of the Minnesota Lynx in the first quarter at Target Center on July 14, 2024 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)

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Caitlin Clark recorded 17 points as her strong fourth quarter powered the Indiana Fever on Sunday to an 81-74 victory over the Minnesota Lynx.

The two teams were tied with under seven minutes remaining in the fourth quarter when Clark gave the Fever the lead.

Clark’s playmaking was also on display Sunday as she recorded six assists. The Fever’s Rookie of the Year candidate is now leading all WNBA players with 7.8 assists per game.

Clark recorded 10 points in the fourth quarter alone to help the Fever improve to 11-14 on the season. She finished the outing with 5-for-17 shooting, including 2-for-11 from deep, while adding three rebounds and two steals.

 

 

Game 24: Indiana Fever 95, Phoenix Mercury 86

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JULY 12: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever drives to the basket during the game against the Phoenix Mercury on July 12, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Justin Casterline/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Caitlin Clark posted her fifth straight double-double (20 points, 13 assists) en route to leading the Indiana Fever to a 95-86 home win over the Phoenix Mercury.

Clark nearly achieved the double-double in the first half alone, amassing 15 points and nine dimes. She started the game on the right track by hitting her first three and never looked back from there.

Clark’s first seven dimes were in the first 7:10 alone.

Indiana jumped out to a commanding 55-35 halftime lead and led Phoenix 81-58 after three quarters.

The Mercury went on a 25-8 run to cut the lead to six with 1:50 left thanks largely to Kahleah Copper’s efforts (game-high 36 points), but Indiana held off Phoenix down the stretch.

Clark also six rebounds, six turnovers, two blocks and a steal in the win. She shot 8-of-16 as well.

Indiana played a shorthanded Mercury team missing Diana Taurasi (lower left leg) and Natasha Cloud (left knee). Phoenix also lost Brittney Griner (right hip) to injury in the second quarter.

 

Game 23: Washington Mystics 89, Indiana Fever 84

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JULY 10: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever drives to the basket during the game against the Atlanta Dream on July 10, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Justin Casterline/NBAE via Getty Images)

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After winning the first two meetings against the Washington Mystics this season, the third time wasn’t the charm for Clark and the Fever as they suffered an 89-84 loss on their home floor at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Clark had a strong game with 29 points, 13 assists, five rebounds, five steals and three blocks. She led a furious comeback in the fourth quarter to cut Washington’s 21-point lead to single digits, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win. She shot 7-of-11 from the field and 5-of-9 from beyond the arc and also finished with five turnovers.

The loss was especially disappointing following Saturday’s monumental victory over the New York Liberty, who lead the league with an 18-4 record.

After falling to 9-14, Clark and the Fever will look to bounce back when they host the Phoenix Mercury on Friday.

 

 

 

Game 22: Indiana Fever 83, New York Liberty 78

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JULY 6: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball during the game against the New York Liberty on July 6, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Caitlin Clark secured arguably the biggest win of her young WNBA career Saturday, as her Fever came from behind to beat the New York Liberty 83-78.

The Fever trailed by seven entering the fourth quarter against a star-studded Liberty team that was a WNBA-best 17-3 on the season, but Clark’s squad shocked Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and a Liberty team that reached the WNBA Finals last season.

Clark led Indiana with 19 points on 7-of-17 shooting, plus she added 13 assists and 12 rebounds, making her the first rookie in WNBA history and the first Fever player to ever record a triple-double:

The Fever improved to 9-13 on the season with the win, which is no small feat given that they started the campaign 1-8.

 

 

 

 

Game 21: Las Vegas Aces 88, Indiana Fever 69

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 02: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever is guarded by A'ja Wilson #22 of the Las Vegas Aces in the first quarter of their game at T-Mobile Arena on July 02, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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Caitlin Clark led the Indiana Fever’s late comeback attempt Tuesday night, but was unable to overcome A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces in a 88-69 loss on the road.

Clark went 3-for-5 in the third quarter to help the Fever pull within four points of tying the game, but a dominant fourth quarter from the defending champions led the Aces to victory in front of more than 20,000 fans.

Clark recorded 13 points and 11 assists in 38 minutes on the court, making her the youngest player in WNBA history to record a points-assists double-double in consecutive games, per StatMamba. She added six rebounds and one steal, while committing six turnovers. The Fever rookie went 4-of-12 from the field, including 1-of-7 from behind the arc, and made all four of her shots from the foul line.

 

 

 

Game 20: Indiana Fever 88, Phoenix Mercury 82

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PHOENIX, AZ - JUNE 30: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever shoots a three point basket during the game  against the Phoenix Mercury on June 30, 2024 at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images)

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In her first meeting against all-time greats Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner of the Phoenix Mercury, Caitlin Clark overcame a rough shooting night to help lead the Indiana Fever to an 88-82 comeback victory.

The Fever trailed by as many as 15 points in the game and 11 points at halftime before using a big second half to earn their first win against a team with a record above .500 and improve to 8-12 this season.

Clark finished with 15 points, 12 assists and nine rebounds, falling just shy of achieving the first triple-double in WNBA history. She had six turnovers and shot 4-of-14 from the field and 2-of-10 from beyond the arc, though she went 5-of-6 from the free-throw line with a pair of clutch free throws late in the fourth quarter.

 

 

 

Game 19: Seattle Storm 89, Indiana Fever 77

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JUNE 27: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever shoots against the Seattle Storm during the second quarter at Climate Pledge Arena on June 27, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

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Caitlin Clark co-led the Indiana Fever with 15 points (on 4-of-9 shooting) alongside Erica Wheeler in an 89-77 road loss to the 11-6 Seattle Storm on Thursday.

Clark’s seven assists paced the Fever. She also had six rebounds but committed six turnovers.

Clark, who played all 40 minutes, started off hot with 12 first-half points (including two deep threes).

She also launched a full-court pass to Katie Lou Samuelson for a fast-break bucket.

Clark also made some history during this game and earned another notable achievement:

But this game was ultimately the Jewell Loyd show, as the ex-Notre Dame star poured in a season-high 34 points (23 at half) on 10-of-15 shooting for the Storm. She also made 6-of-9 three-pointers and all eight of her free throws.

Largely because of Loyd, the Storm led 53-39 at half. Indiana cut the lead to 70-61 by the fourth quarter, but Seattle’s 9-0 run to start the fourth sealed the win.

 

 

 

Game 18: Chicago Sky 88, Indiana Fever 87

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CHICAGO, IL - JUNE 23: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever brings the ball up court during the first half against the Chicago Sky on June 23, 2024 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

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It seemed like Clark and the Fever were cruising to a fifth consecutive victory with a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter, but the Chicago Sky had other ideas.

Chicago came storming back behind an excellent performance from Angel Reese for an 88-87 win. The rookie forward overwhelmed Indiana’s frontcourt and finished with 25 points and 16 rebounds on 8-of-12 shooting from the field.

Indiana still had an opportunity to win it in the final seconds, but Aliyah Boston was unable to connect on a jumper from the top of the key.

Despite the loss, Clark put up an impressive stat line of 17 points, 13 assists and four steals behind 5-of-9 shooting from downtown. She also helped create Boston’s look at the end with a pass, which was fitting since she dazzled with her facilitating throughout, but the forward was unable to connect.

Game 17: Indiana Fever 91, Atlanta Dream 79

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ATLANTA, GA - JUNE 21: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever handles the ball during the game against the Atlanta Dream on June 21, 2024 at Gateway Center Arena in College Park, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty Images)

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The Indiana Fever cruised to their fourth straight win on Friday after defeating the host Atlanta Dream 91-79.

Clark’s stat line: 16 points (6-of-12 from the field, 4-of-8 from three), seven assists and four rebounds. She did commit seven turnovers, but the Fever outscored the Dream by 13 with Clark on the floor.

Clark hit four three-pointers, including this one in the third quarter to put Indiana up 71-59:

Some slick passes led to Clark leading the team in dimes as well:

Indiana controlled this game from start to finish, leading 35-25 after one and 57-41 at halftime. The Fever led by double digits for the final three quarters.

 

 

 

Game 16: Indiana Fever 88, Washington Mystics 81

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 19: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever drives to the basket during the first half of a game against the Washington Mystics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 19, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

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Clark and the Fever are officially on a roll.

Indiana won its third straight game and improved to 5-2 in the last seven with an 88-81 victory over the Washington Mystics. Clark was coming off an excellent game in a win over the Chicago Sky and picked up right where she left off in this one.

She finished with 18 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, four steals and six turnovers while shooting 6-of-12 from the field and 2-of-6 from three-point range. The rookie was far from the only one to play well for the Fever, as Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell each finished with 22 points.

Game 15: Indiana Fever 91, Chicago Sky 83

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 16: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever celebrates a basket during the first half against the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 16, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

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Clark is now 2-0 in her professional career against Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky thanks to an excellent performance in the Fever’s 91-83 victory.

The rookie guard stuffed the stat sheet with 23 points, nine assists, eight rebounds and two blocks while connecting on 7-of-11 shots from the field and 3-of-7 shots from deep. The overall numbers stand out, but so did her ability to make critical plays in crunch time.

Clark hit a deep three and two free throws while also dishing out assists to Aliyah Boston and NaLyssa Smith in the final four minutes when the game was still hanging in the balance. It was the type of showing that she and Indiana can build on as they attempt to move up the standings as the season progresses.

Game 14: Indiana Fever 91, Atlanta Dream 84

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JUNE 13: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever shoots the ball during the game against the Atlanta Dream on June 13, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)

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The Indiana Fever won a Commissioner’s Cup matchup by taking down the Atlanta Dream, 91-84.

Clark endured a tough game, scoring just seven points on 3-of-11 shooting alongside seven turnovers. The rookie did add six assists and four rebounds during her 35 minutes of action.

Aliyah Boston (27 points, 13 rebounds) and Kelsey Mitchell (24 points) paced Indiana, which jumped out to a 59-44 halftime lead and but lost the advantage in the fourth quarter.

However, Indiana closed on a 12-4 run that began when Clark found Boston for a big layup with 3:24 left in regulation.

Clark also found Boston earlier in the quarter for a big bucket:

Boston and Mitchell scored all 18 of Indiana’s fourth-quarter points.

Game 13: Connecticut Sun 89, Indiana Fever 72

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UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT - JUNE 10: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever takes a shot during warmups before a game against the Connecticut Sun at the Mohegan Sun Arena on June 10, 2024 in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)

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It was another game to forget for the Fever against one of the league’s best teams, as they fell 89-72 in a blowout loss to the Connecticut Sun.

Clark dealt with foul trouble and was limited to 22 minutes in the defeat. She finished with 10 points, two assists and one steal behind 3-of-8 shooting from the field and 2-of-5 shooting from deep. She also turned the ball over three times, which lowered her league-leading average.

While Clark was unable to truly build on her season-best performance from the last time out, DiJonai Carrington impressed on the other side with 22 points, six rebounds, three assists and three steals on 7-of-11 shooting from the field.

Game 12: Indiana Fever 85, Washington Mystics 83

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WASHINGTON, D.C. - JUNE 7: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever handles the ball during the game against the Washington Mystics during a 2024 Commissioner's Cup game on June 7, 2024 at Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington, D.C. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Caitlin Clark enjoyed her best-ever pro game on Friday, dropping 30 points (7-of-13 from three-point range) alongside eight rebounds, six assists and four steals to lead the Fever to an 85-83 road win over the Washington Mystics.

Clark scored 20 of her 30 in the second half. She hit five threes, including back-to-back triples early in the fourth to give Indiana a 75-68 edge.

Clark did commit eight turnovers, although her excellent performance otherwise more than made up for those as the Fever won their second game in their last three tries.

Plus, she also made some history as well.

Game 11: New York Liberty 104, Indiana Fever 68

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 02: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever reacts in the first quarter of a game against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center on June 02, 2024 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)

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Clark and the Fever struggled to get anything going in another road matchup against the Liberty, suffering a 104-68 blowout loss.

Clark finished with a season-low three points, shooting 1-of-10 from the field, with her lone basket coming on a three-pointer in the second quarter. She played 29 minutes before being pulled from the game when it got out of hand. She added five assists, two rebounds, two steals, a block and three turnovers.

This was Clark’s third straight game shooting under 40 percent from the field.

Game 10: Indiana Fever 71, Chicago Sky 70

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JUNE 01: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles against the Chicago Sky during the first quarter in the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 01, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

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The Indiana Fever earned their first home win of the season after holding off the Chicago Sky 71-70.

Clark scored 11 points on 4-of-11 shooting (2-of-9 from three). She also had eight rebounds, six assists and five turnovers.

The ex-Iowa star opened the game up with a long three and added another one before the first quarter ended:

She also dished a great pass to Katie Lou Samuelson in the second quarter.

In the third quarter, she took a hard foul away from the ball from Chennedy Carter, which the league later upgraded to a flagrant-1.

Clark also faced her old college rival in fellow rookie and ex-LSU star Angel Reese, who finished with eight points and 13 rebounds.

Game 9: Seattle Storm 103, Indiana Fever 88

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 30: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball against Skylar Diggins-Smith #4 of the Seattle Storm during the first quarter in the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 30, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

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The ninth game of the season was one to forget for Clark and the Fever, as they fell to the Seattle Storm 103-88 in convincing fashion.

Clark had solid individual numbers with 20 points, nine assists and three rebounds, but she also had seven turnovers, was just 6-of-17 from the field and picked up a technical for exchanging words with Victoria Vivians.

She couldn’t keep Indiana within striking distance after a dominant third quarter from the Storm, who received 22 points and six assists from Jewell Loyd.

Game 8: Los Angeles Sparks 88, Indiana Fever 82

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MAY 28:  Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever shoots a free throw during the game  against the Los Angeles Sparks on May 28, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by A.J. Mast/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Not even a career-high scoring night from Clark was enough to lead the Fever to a win in their 88-82 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks.

The rookie largely impressed on her way to 30 points, six assists, five rebounds, three steals and three blocks on 7-of-16 shooting from the field and 3-of-10 shooting from deep. While she finished with seven turnovers, it was still a notable performance to build on for Clark.

But she couldn’t match the outside shooting of Los Angeles as Aari McDonald (21 points) and Kia Nurse (22 points) combined to make eight three-pointers in the road win.

Game 7: Las Vegas Aces 99, Indiana Fever 80

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MAY 25: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles against Jackie Young #0 of the Las Vegas Aces during the first quarter in the game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on May 25, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

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The defending WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces were too tough for the Fever, defeating the visitors 99-80.

Clark finished with eight points on 2-of-8 shooting, seven assists, five rebounds and six turnovers.

Things looked promising early in the third quarter, when a Clark three slashed the Aces’ lead to 46-43.

However, the Fever soon went ice cold, notably scoring just three points in the final five minutes of the third. The Aces went up 72-56 going into the fourth and cruised from there.

Game 6: Indiana Fever 78, Los Angeles Sparks 73

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LOS ANGELES, CA - MAY 24: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball during the game against the Los Angeles Sparks on May 24, 2024 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Clark’s two clutch three-pointers down the stretch helped propel the Fever to their first win of the season, a 78-73 road victory over the Los Angeles Sparks.

Clark was just two assists shy of a triple-double, finishing with 11 points, 10 rebounds and eight dimes. The ex-Iowa star also amassed four steals and committed only two turnovers.

She endured a rough shooting evening (4-of-14, 2-of-9 from three), but hit two big shots when they mattered most.

With the Fever up 69-66 with 2:27 left, Clark nailed a 33-foot three-pointer for the 72-66 edge.

L.A. then went on a quick 5-1 run, but Clark then hit the game’s biggest shot, swishing a 28-foot three for a 76-71 lead with 40 seconds remaining.

Clark then blocked Kia Nurse’s three-point attempt on the other end. Nurse got a second attempt but missed, and Indiana held on from there.

Kelsey Mitchell led the Fever with 18 points, and Aliyah Boston and Tami Fagbenle added 17 apiece.

Game 5: Seattle Storm 85, Indiana Fever 83

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SEATTLE, WA - MAY 22: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever handles the ball during the game  against the Seattle Storm on May 22, 2024 at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Scott Eklund/NBAE via Getty Images)

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It was another near miss for Clark and the Fever, as they fell short on the road in an 85-83 loss to the Seattle Storm.

Clark finished with 21 points, seven assists, seven rebounds and two blocks, although she was just 6-of-16 from the field and 2-of-8 from deep. Indiana had an opportunity to win it in the final 10 seconds with the ball trailing by one, but Seattle’s defense forced a jump ball and won possession.

From there, Aliyah Boston’s halfcourt heave didn’t fall at the buzzer as the Storm held on for the narrow win.

Game 4: Connecticut Sun 88, Indiana Fever 84

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 20: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles the ball during the third quarter in the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 20, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

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It looked like the Fever might finally get their first win of the season in their fourth attempt when they went back-and-forth with the Connecticut Sun, but they came up just short in an 88-84 loss.

Clark’s layup and then assist to Aliyah Boston in the closing stretch tied it, but free throws from Tyasha Harris and Alyssa Thomas put the Sun ahead for good in the last minute. In addition to her clutch plays, Clark finished with 17 points, five assists, three rebounds, two blocks and five turnovers on 5-of-11 shooting from the field and 3-of-7 shooting from deep.

She also suffered an ankle injury scare and went to the locker room in the first half but returned to start the second half.

Game 3: New York Liberty 91, Indiana Fever 80

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BROOKLYN, NY - MAY 18: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever drives to the basket during the game against the New York Liberty on May 18, 2024 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Stephen Gosling/NBAE via Getty Images)

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The Fever suffered their third consecutive loss to open the season on Saturday against the Liberty, but Clark enjoyed what was by far the best game of her young career.

In the 91-80 road loss, Clark scored a career-high 22 points on 9-of-17 shooting from the field and 4-of-10 shooting from three-point range. She also registered eight assists, six rebounds and one steal, plus she turned the ball over eight times.

It wasn’t enough to overcome a stacked Liberty team that got 24 points from Breanna Stewart, 14 points from Jonquel Jones and 12 points from Sabrina Ionescu, but Clark was far more efficient than she was in her first two games.

Game 2: New York Liberty 102, Indiana Fever 66

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MAY 16: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever looks on during the game against the New York Liberty on May 16, 2024 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

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Caitlin Clark’s Fever had a home opener to forget in their second game of the season.

The New York Liberty rolled to a 102-66 victory. Clark showed flashes of her potential and impacted the game a number of ways but still struggled with her outside shot on the way to nine points, seven rebounds and six assists on 2-of-8 shooting from the field and 1-of-7 shooting from three-point range.

Game 1: Connecticut Sun 92, Indiana Fever 71

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UNCASVILLE, CONNECTICUT - MAY 14: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever dribbles against DiJonai Carrington #21 of the Connecticut Sun during the third quarter in the game at Mohegan Sun Arena on May 14, 2024 in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

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Clark’s WNBA career did not get off to the start she was looking for, as the Fever lost 92-71 on the road to the Connecticut Sun.

The rookie had an up-and-down stat line with 20 points, three assists, two steals and 10 turnovers on 5-of-15 shooting from the field and 4-of-11 shooting from three-point range. She was the leading scorer for her team, but the Sun controlled much of the contest and ran away with things in the fourth quarter.

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