Home / Sports / Clark's historic 45 points shatters WNBA records
Clark's historic 45 points shatters WNBA records
18 Jul
Summary
- Caitlin Clark set a WNBA record with 45 points and 10 assists.
- This marks the first time any player achieved 40+ points and 10+ assists.
- Clark's performance secured a franchise scoring record for the Fever.
Caitlin Clark delivered a historic performance on Friday, scoring a franchise-record 45 points and dishing out 10 assists to lead the Indiana Fever to a thrilling 110-107 win against the Seattle Storm. This achievement marks a monumental first in WNBA history, as Clark is now the league's sole player to record at least 40 points and 10 assists in a single game.
Clark's exceptional play included a stellar 11-of-18 field goals and an impressive 17-of-19 from the free-throw line. She also contributed four steals and two blocks in under 30 minutes of play. The Indiana Fever celebrated this milestone on social media, emphasizing the uniqueness of Clark's accomplishment.
The Seattle Storm put up a formidable fight, with multiple players scoring in double digits, led by 28 points from Dominique Malonga. However, Clark consistently answered Seattle's runs, supported by Kelsey Mitchell's 30 points and Monique Billings' 16 points for the Fever. This victory underscores Clark's capability to significantly influence a game through scoring and playmaking at an unprecedented level.
