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Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut draws a sold-out crowd, showcasing her skills with 21 points in a preseason game for the Indiana Fever against the Dallas Wings. Fans and media praise her performance, dismissing concerns about her transition to the pros.

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Caitlin Clark, a highly anticipated prospect, made her WNBA debut with the Indiana Fever in a preseason game against the Dallas Wings, scoring 21 points. The game was such a draw that it sold out, showcasing the impact that Clark was expected to have on the league. Despite the Fever losing the game, Clark's performance garnered praise, with fans and writers highlighting her talent and potential in the professional league.

Clark's shooting prowess and deep three-pointers caught the attention of spectators, setting a promising tone for her future in the WNBA. Her debut was met with enthusiasm and excitement, with WNBA followers hailing her as the real deal, establishing her as a player to watch as the season progresses.

The game between the Indiana Fever and the Dallas Wings was highly anticipated, with fans eager to see Clark in action alongside established stars like Arike Ogunbowale. Clark's impact on the game was felt, with her scoring ability and performance putting to rest any concerns about her transition to the professional level. Despite the Fever's loss, Clark's debut was a focal point of the game, indicating a bright start to her WNBA career.

The excitement surrounding Clark's debut was evident, as the Indiana Fever adjusted their schedule to accommodate the nearby Pacers playoff game, underscoring the star power and attention she was bringing to the league. With fans tuning in to watch Clark play and witnessing her potential on the court, the buzz surrounding her entry into the WNBA was significant, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.

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Thread Age 14 days

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Recent Coverage

Epic Caitlin Clark Photo of WNBA Debut With Fever Is Turning Heads [LOOK]

Heavy - 14 days ago - Caitlin Clark is going viral with an epic photo taken during her WNBA debut as the Indiana Fever battled the Dallas Wings.

Fever Posted Such an Epic Photo of Caitlin Clark, and WNBA Fans Loved It

Sports Illustrated - 14 days ago - The Fever posted an epic photo of Caitlin Clark from her WNBA debut in Friday's preseason game, prompting plenty of reactions from fans.

Caitlin Clark plays first WNBA game to sold-out arena

Washington Examiner - 14 days ago - The Indiana Fever's newest player Caitlin Clark seemingly sparked a sellout crowd Friday at an away game in Texas.

Caitlin Clark Goes Viral With Epic Move & Long 3 in WNBA Debut [WATCH]

Heavy - 14 days ago - Caitlin Clark is the talk of the internet after she pulled off an epic move in her WNBA debut with the Indiana Fever.

Caitlin Clark Dazzles Sold-Out Crowd in Preseason WNBA Opener

TMZ - 14 days ago - Caitlin Clark is already delivering for the WNBA -- she put on a killer performance in her first preseason game, scoring basket after basket ... in front of a packed arena.

Caitlin Clark scores 21 in first preseason game as a pro

Deadspin - 14 days ago - In her first action as a professional, Caitlin Clark did not disappoint as the former Iowa star scored 21 points for the Indiana Fever in a 79-76 preseason loss to the host Dallas Wings on Friday.

Dallas feels Caitlin Clark effect in her first WNBA preseason game: ‘Very real’

NY Post - 14 days ago - Caitlin Clark Fever has arrived in a big way.

Caitlin Clark makes WNBA debut with Fever at exhibition game against Wings

NBC news - 14 days ago - More than three hours before Caitlin Clark made her WNBA debut with the Indiana Fever in an exhibition game against the Dallas Wings on Friday night, some fans among the sellout crowd were lined up outside the arena dressed in No. 22 University of Iowa jerseys.

Welcome to the WNBA's Caitlin Clark era

wcvb - 14 days ago - She finished with a team-high 21 points in the Indiana Fever's 79-76 loss to Dallas Wings

Caitlin Clark's strong WNBA debut dismisses concerns about transition to pros

YardBarker - 14 days ago - NCAA's all-time leading scorer and WNBA No. 1 pick Caitlin Clark made her unofficial pro debut Friday in the Indiana Fever's exhibition loss to the Dallas Wings, 79-76. After a historic collegiate career, Clark quickly put any doubts about her transition to the WNBA game in the rearview. Albeit in a loss, the former Iowa star led the Fever in scoring, finishing with 21 points, shooting 6-of-15 from the field and 5-of-13 from beyond the arc. Clark knocked down the first two shots she took. Unsurprisingly, both came from three-point range. The Rookie of the Year favorite did most of her damage in the first half. Even in her first professional action, the moment didn't look too big for Clark, who recorded 16 points (5-of-9) with four three-pointers (5-of-9) before halftime. After drawing national attention at Iowa, Clark showed her humbleness by admitting recently that she wasn't sure if anyone in Indianapolis would know who she was upon her arrival as the top pick. "Honestly, it's not much different, whic

Caitlin Clark makes her WNBA preseason debut to great fanfare

Boston Globe - 14 days ago - The Indiana Fever rookie, sporting her familiar No. 22, scored 21 points and was responsible for a sellout crowd of 6,251 for the host Dallas Wings.

Caitlin Clark And Arike Ogunbowale Dueled In The Top Pick’s WNBA Preseason Debut

UpRoxx - 14 days ago - Clark had 21 points but the Wings got the win thanks to Ogunbowale's clutch buckets.

How Angel Reese, Kamilla Cardoso Fared in WNBA Preseason Debut With Sky

Sports Illustrated - 14 days ago - The Chicago Sky's pair of star rookies made their long-awaited WNBA preseason debuts Friday night.

Caitlin Clark Hyped as 'Real Deal' By WNBA Fans Despite Fever Preseason Loss to Wings

Bleacher Report - 14 days ago - Caitlin Clark made a strong first impression in her WNBA preseason debut on Friday night. Although the Indiana Fever fell to the Dallas Wings by the final…

WNBA writer makes bold claim about Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark

YardBarker - 14 days ago - Caitlin Clark has taken the basketball world by storm in recent months. The Iowa product, who was selected No. 1 overall in the 2024 WNBA Draft by the Indiana Fever, drew eyes to the women’s basketball game like no one ever has. Her record-setting performances at Iowa captured audiences, as Hawkeye games were among the most viewed sporting events in recent history. Everyone was tuning in to see Caitlin Clark go to work, knocking down long-range 3-pointers and handing out assists. As she prepares for her rookie season in the WNBA, expectations are through the roof. Many people are expecting her to continue the success she had collegiately as a pro, helping the Fever turn things around instantly. However, not everyone is convinced that will be happening. Lindsay Schnell, a WNBA writer for USA Today, revealed some bold predictions for the 2024 WNBA season. Not surprisingly, some of those predictions involved Caitlin Clark. Schnell believes there will be an adjustment period needed from playing at Iowa to with t