SUMMARY
- Caitlin Clark officially announced her participation in the 2024 WNBA Draft.
- She is the projected No.1 overall pick to the Indiana Fever.
Caitlin Clark has brought back a lot of excitement to women’s basketball lately. If you have been living under a rock recently, Clark has been having record-breaking performances we may not witness in a long time. She recently surpassed Kelsey Plum as the all-time NCAA Women’s Division I Basketball scoring leader. She is also on pace to become the NCAA’s overall all-time leading scorer as well.
Besides that, the 22-year-old is also the Iowa Hawkeyes’ all-time leader in points, assists, and three-pointers as well. She’s been able to do all this while averaging 32.2 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 8.7 assists per game this season. Clark has also earned a lot of appreciation from legendary athletes like Shaquille O’Neal, Stephen Curry, and many more.
Caitlin Clark is projected to be the No.1 overall pick at the 2024 WNBA Draft
Recently, the Hawkeyes point guard declared for the 2024 WNBA Draft. “While the season is far from over and we have a lot more goals to achieve, it will be my last one at Iowa. I am excited to be entering the 2024 WNBA Draft,” she said in her statement. She has had an incredible run at Iowa and it will be an emotional time for Clark as she turns pro. The WNBA Draft is just over a month away from when Clark prepares to make a run for the NCAA title.
Caitlin, thank you for everything you have done for Iowa! It’s been an honor watching you play and inspire young girls everywhere 🖤
Congratulations on your record breaking career! https://t.co/bpk6KEuWD2
— Kim Reynolds (@KimReynoldsIA) February 29, 2024
When it comes to her projection in the draft, she is set to become the No.1 overall pick this year. Right now, Clark is the best female athlete in college basketball, which automatically puts her at the top. The Indiana Fever has attained the right to select the No.1 overall pick. And this means they are potentially going to sign her to play alongside former No.1 overall pick, Aliyah Boston.
Indiana Fever ticket sales skyrocketed after Caitlin Clark made her announcement
Ever since Caitlin Clark made her announcement, Indiana Fever has been dropping subtle hints about possibly picking her as the number one pick. Indiana sent out a simple post on X that said “No.1” with an hourglass emoticon. Shortly after Clark’s announcement, the Fever also began ticket sales for the upcoming season. Sources claim that fans have been rushing to buy tickets that are probably heavily priced.
No. 1 ⏳
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) February 29, 2024
Clark’s boyfriend, Connor McCaffery was also spotted liking various posts on X that drew links between her and the Fever. But before being recruited by the WNBA, Clark has a major mission ahead of her. The Hawkeyes are set to make another deep playoff run yet again, in hopes that they win the title this time.