Caitlin Clark, the rookie sensation of the WNBA, made history on July 17, 2024, during a game between the Indiana Fever and Dallas Wings. Clark broke the single-game assists record with an impressive total of 19 assists.
The previous record was held by Courtney Vandersloot who had recorded 18 assists in a game for the Chicago Sky on Aug. 31, 2020. With this achievement, Clark became the first player in WNBA history to surpass this mark.
Clark's impressive performance was not limited to just one quarter or even half of the game. She started strong with her first assist coming at the 8:25 mark in the first quarter and continued her excellent playmaking throughout, setting up teammates for open looks with a variety of behind-the-back feeds.
Clark's previous career high for assists in a single game was 13. However, she surpassed this figure by six assists in the fourth quarter alone. Her ability to maintain her focus and consistency throughout the game is truly remarkable.
The Indiana Fever lost to the Dallas Wings with a score of 101-93, but Clark's record-breaking performance was undoubtedly a highlight of the game. With an average of 7.8 assists per game before her historic outing, she has proven herself to be an invaluable asset to her team.
Clark is currently holding the franchise record for most assists in a season with 202 and is also the first player in WNBA history to post at least 20 points, 15 assists, and five rebounds in a game. Her vision and ability to set up teammates for success have been praised by her coach Christie Sides.
Despite the loss, Clark's record-breaking performance is a testament to her talent and potential as a player. She will be playing in the All-Star Game this weekend before taking a break until mid-August.
