Caitlin Clark, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever, broke another rookie record season, with 232 assists, surpassing Ticha Penicheiro's previous record of 225 set in 1998. She achieved this feat in just 28 games, becoming the fastest rookie to reach 100 career points and 50 assists.
In a game against the Seattle Storm, Clark scored 23 points, had nine assists, five rebounds, two blocks, and a steal, leading the Fever to a 92-75 win alongside teammates Kelsey Mitchell (27 points) and Lexie Hull (career-high 22 points).
Clark is known for her impressive shooting and passing abilities, averaging over 19 points and 9.5 assists in her last 17 games. She has also set other records, including most assists in a single game and achieving a triple-double.
She also received five technical fouls this season, nearing the threshold for a one-game suspension.
Clark's playmaking has helped the Fever improve from the worst team to the three-seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs, tying their win total from last year with a 13-15 record and aiming for the playoffs.
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