They say records are meant to be broken, but nobody told Caitlin Clark that she had to break 62 of them in just one season. From scoring to assists, and from Indiana Fever franchise records to league-wide history, Clark didn’t just enter the WNBA—she turned it upside down. But what exactly are these 62 records, and how did she manage to set them all?
Make no mistake: Caitlin Clark is doing things beyond her years. Imagine this: a packed arena, fans on the edge of their seats, and Caitlin Clark dishing out her 19th assist of the game. Instead of shooting, she passes to Mitchell, who nails it. That’s right—19 assists in a single WNBA game, a feat never before accomplished. The crowd erupts, teammates rush to embrace her, and just like that, history is made. And guess what? That was just one of the 62 records Clark shattered in her debut season.
How is that even possible? When Clark entered the WNBA, expectations were sky-high, but no one could have predicted the storm she’d unleash. From day one, she didn’t just meet those expectations—she obliterated them.
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Caitlin Clark’s debut season wasn’t just about shattering expectations; it was about rewriting the record books entirely. Remember that 19-assist game? As impressive as it was, her scoring feats were even more mind-blowing. How many 30-point games does it take to set a franchise record? For Clark, it was more than anyone had ever seen before.
From the moment she stepped onto the WNBA court, Clark made it clear: she wasn’t just here to play—she was here to dominate. In a league known for its high-caliber talent, Clark’s scoring ability stood out like a beacon. She reached her 100th point in just eight games, faster than any rookie in WNBA history, but she was only getting started.
As the season progressed, Clark’s scoring consistency became almost superhuman. She racked up 30-point games like they were going out of style, setting a new franchise record for the Indiana Fever. Each game, fans held their breath, wondering if this would be the night Clark outdid herself again.
Her incredible ability to score wasn’t just about individual games—it was about setting historic milestones. In just 10 games, she became the fastest player to record 150+ points, 50+ rebounds, and 50+ assists. By Game 12, she had 200+ points and 50+ assists, and in a mere 19 games, she hit 300+ points, 100+ rebounds, and 100+ assists.
Clark’s ability to score from anywhere on the court forced opposing teams to rethink their entire defensive strategies. Double teams became the norm, with defenders sticking to her like glue. But even with all that attention, Clark kept finding ways to score. This defensive focus opened up opportunities for her teammates. Players like Aaliyah Boston, Lexi Hull, and Kelsey Mitchell found themselves with more open looks and scoring chances, thanks to Clark’s gravity on the court. She wasn’t just making herself better—she was making everyone around her better, turning the Indiana Fever into a formidable offensive threat.
As the season wore on, Clark’s three-point shooting became legendary. She set the rookie record for the most three-pointers made in a season, showcasing a range that left defenders shaking their heads in disbelief. But perhaps the most jaw-dropping moment came when Clark set a new WNBA record for the most points scored or assisted in a single game. With a total of 66 points scored or assisted, she showed that her impact went far beyond putting the ball in the hoop herself. Clark was orchestrating an offensive symphony, and the entire league was her audience.
While Clark’s scoring grabbed headlines, her true magic happened when the ball left her hands. How many assists does it take to shatter a franchise record? Or even a league-wide one? For Clark, the number left commentators speechless. Remember that 19-assist game? It wasn’t just a one-time thing. Clark’s ability to set up her teammates became the cornerstone of her debut season. She reached 50 assists in just eight games, the fastest any rookie had ever hit that mark. But she was just warming up. By Game 12, she hit 100 assists and by Game 26, she tied the fastest in WNBA history with 200 assists.
Clark’s passes weren’t just accurate—they were creative. Behind-the-back dimes, no-look assists, and crosscourt lasers became regular features in Fever games. Fans started coming to arenas just to see what kind of magic Clark would conjure up next. Her assist totals didn’t just impact individual games—they changed the entire trajectory of the Fever’s season. The team’s offensive ratings soared, and suddenly Indiana was in the playoff conversation.
By season’s end, Clark had set the record for the most point-assist double-doubles by a rookie in WNBA history. But perhaps her most impressive feat was finishing the season with the most assists in a single season in WNBA history, with 337 assists, shattering Alyssa Thomas’s record of 316 set just last year. In one year, Clark established herself as one of the all-time great playmakers.
And if you thought her assists were impressive, Clark also achieved something no one in league history ever had. On a warm summer evening in Indiana, with the Fever locked in a tight game against the New York Liberty, Clark became the first rookie in WNBA history to record a triple-double. Her stat line? 19 points, 13 assists, and 12 rebounds. But it wasn’t just the numbers that impressed—it was how she controlled every aspect of the game. Clark’s versatility transformed the Fever’s offense, turning the team into one of the most dynamic in the league.
As her rookie season wrapped up, Clark didn’t just set new benchmarks—she changed the entire landscape of women’s basketball. From skyrocketing jersey sales to record-breaking attendance, Caitlin Clark’s influence went far beyond the court.
With 62 records shattered, Clark’s first season wasn’t just impressive—it was historic. We are witnessing the rise of a new superstar in women’s basketball, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds.
