Caitlin Clark is changing the WNBA, but the Las Vegas Aces still own it
LOS ANGELES — Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever secured their first win of the season in a thrilling matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks at Crypto.com Arena. Despite a slow start, Clark came up big in the clutch to lead her team to a 78-73 victory in front of a record crowd of 19,103.
The sellout crowd came to witness Clark’s scoring prowess, but she struggled early on, missing her first seven 3-point attempts. However, the top pick in the WNBA draft didn’t let that deter her. In the final minutes of the game, Clark hit two deep 3-pointers that sealed the win for the Fever.
“I was due,” Clark said after the game. “It was time for them to go in.”
Clark finished with 11 points, eight assists, and 10 rebounds, recording her first double-double in the WNBA. She received support from her teammates, including Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston, and Temi Fagbenle, who all contributed to the team’s success.
The victory was a significant milestone for the Fever, who had started the season with five consecutive losses. The team’s resilience and defensive effort in the second half turned the tide of the game and secured their first win.
Celebrities, including Ashton Kutcher, Mila Kunis, Jason Sudeikis, and Klay Thompson, were in attendance to support Clark. Kutcher and his family celebrated with Clark after the game, highlighting the impact she is making both on and off the court.
While Clark continues to make waves in the WNBA, the Las Vegas Aces remain a dominant force in the league. Despite her individual success, Clark recognizes the importance of teamwork and is focused on leading the Fever to more victories in the future.
