Caitlin Clark Opts Out of WNBA 3-point Contest

Caitlin Clark’s exceptional talent continues to shine through, surpassing expectations for a player of her age. She recently achieved the WNBA record for most assists in a single game, as well as becoming the first player in league history to notch impressive stats in points, assists, rebounds, 3-pointers, steals, and blocks in one game.

Clark’s performance is setting her up as a strong contender for the prestigious WNBA Rookie of the Year title. Her prowess in 3-point shooting, which she demonstrated in NCAA play, is a standout attribute in the WNBA.

Clark currently shares the third spot for most 3-pointers made this season, with a total of 71, alongside Arike Ogunbowale from the Dallas Wings and Kelsey Plum from the Las Vegas Aces.

Although her 3-point shooting percentage is at 32.7, ranking her at No. 37, Clark is a notable candidate for the WNBA 3-point contest, despite opting out of it ultimately.

AP National women’s basketball writer Doug Feinberg verified that Clark and fellow WNBA star Sabrina Ionescu will not be partaking in the 3-point contest.

While Ionescu’s decline is linked to her upcoming representation of Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Clark’s reasons for declining remain unclear. She may be prioritizing assisting the Indiana Fever in improving their record instead of engaging in the 3-point contest.

With her impressive all-around performance this season, leading in assists per game and ranking high in other categories, Clark is proving herself as a standout player in the league.