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Caitlin Clark Scores 31 Points, Leads Fever to Victory Over Sky, Boosts Rookie of the Year Bid

Sep 1, 2024, 05:59 PM

Caitlin Clark delivered a standout performance for the Indiana Fever in their recent games, solidifying her status as a frontrunner for the WNBA Rookie of the Year award. In a notable game against the Chicago Sky, Clark scored a career-high 31 points, along with 12 assists and 4 rebounds, leading the Fever to a 100-81 victory. This performance marked the first time in WNBA history that a player achieved a line of 30+ points and 12+ assists. Clark shot 5-of-9 from three-point range and 10-of-11 from the free-throw line. The Fever, who started the season 1-8, have improved their record to 16-16, largely due to Clark's contributions. Clark's performance has been instrumental in the Fever's recent success, including a 5-1 run since the Olympic break. The Fever have also secured a season series win over the Sky, 3-1. Clark's ability to perform under pressure was evident as she hyped up the Chicago fans and responded to aggressive play from the Sky, who committed a significant number of flagrant fouls against her. The Fever's recent win against the Dallas Wings, where Clark scored 28 points and 12 assists, further emphasizes her impact on the team's performance. The Fever are now over .500 for the first time this season, and Clark's rivalry with Angel Reese has been a focal point of the Rookie of the Year conversation.