Caitlin Clark's progression answers questions about how she would handle the transition to the WNBA
Caitlin Clark entered the WNBA with questions about how tough the transition to pro basketball would be for the established college star
By MICHAEL MAROT
Published - Aug 23, 2024, 08:58 AM ET
Last Updated - Aug 23, 2024, 08:58 AM EDT
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Caitlin Clark entered the WNBA amid a myriad of questions about how she would handle the transition to pro basketball.
Three months into her professional career, the answer seems clear: Better than expected.
It may have taken a little longer than Clark or the Indiana Fever would have liked, but she is having a record-setting rookie season and crafting a new image along the way.
The No. 1 draft pick entered the league out of Iowa known for her record-breaking NCAA scoring — and particularly those long 3-pointers. Now, she has assists records.