Caitlin Clark: Almost Unanimous, But Not Quite

Indianapolis, USAThu Oct 17 2024
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Caitlin Clark, the young superstar of the Fever, has done it again. She's secured another top WNBA award, but there's a small hiccup in her otherwise perfect record. This time, it's the first-team All-WNBA honor. Out of 67 possible votes, she got an impressive 52 for the first team, but 14 voters placed her in the second team. That means one voter didn't even consider her for either team. This isn't the first time this has happened. Earlier this month, Clark won the WNBA Rookie of the Year with 66 out of 67 first-place votes. It's a bit puzzling who the lone voter was in both cases, but the voting details are kept secret. Clark has been a powerhouse on the court. She started every game for the Fever this season, averaging 19. 2 points per game and leading the league with 8. 4 assists and 122 3-pointers. She's shattered numerous league and team records along the way. Despite the slight snub, Clark remains grateful and excited for the future. "I am incredibly honored to be named Rookie of the Year," she said. "I am grateful to everyone who supported me throughout this past season. " It's interesting to think about why one voter might have left Clark off their list. Maybe they had a different perspective on who deserved the top spot. Either way, Clark's performance speaks for itself. She's a force to be reckoned with in the WNBA.