Caitlin Clark changed the WNBA in just her rookie season. The Fever star set a variety of records while dominating the competition. Her performances gained the recognition of legends across the sport.
Kevin Garnett spoke about Clark’s performance, including the precedent that she’s set. He also attributed two young prospects to be similar figures that can continue to grow the WNBA. Garnett took to his ‘KG Certified’ podcast, to discuss how Clark didn’t just dominate, but changed how the game will be played in the WNBA.
He said , “The long ball is a part of the game now. Ain’t so much anything else. Playmaking and the long ball, and she does both of those on a high level.
She makes a lot of those girls around her better. Her influence on the game is impeccable.” The former Celtics legend accredited Clark’s deep range as a major factor in what the new normal will be in the WNBA.
He compared her to the likes of Stephen Curry, in his contributions to the change in style of play within the NBA. Clark led the entire WNBA in three-pointers made with 122. Additionally, her stellar playmaking thrived as she set the league’s single-season record for assists.
In the 2023-24 WNBA season, shooting many three-pointers has proven to be a recipe for success. There were only six teams that shot 1000 threes or more. Each team made the postseason except for the Mystic.
Clark’s ability to shoot has transcended the game, despite being her first season. Her success provided t.