Caitlin Clark reveals what really matters to her amid MVP controversy, difficult playoff debut

Caitlin Clark‘s playoff debut did not go according to plan. One of the most celebrated rookies in WNBA history, Clark missed 10 of her first 11 shots on Sunday afternoon as her Indiana Fever fell to a disappointing 93-69 loss to the Connecticut Sun. And the WNBA playoff format — a best-of-3 first-round series — means the Fever must course-correct in Game 2, or else their season is over.

Faced with the end of her record-breaking rookie campaign, Clark has tried to live in the moment and stay as even-keeled as possible despite the ups and her downs in her debut pro season. Clark became the youngest player in 16 years to finish top-5 in league MVP voting, and she was the unanimous Rookie of the Year selection as she guided Indiana to the playoffs for the first time since 2016.

Clark dismisses narratives, focuses on rallying against Connecticut

Speaking to reporters, Clark discussed what it meant to her to finish fourth in MVP voting after breaking the league’s single-season assist record as well as its rookie scoring record. The 22-year-old responded with humility that has come to define her — and stands in opposition to her fanbase.

“My life is very unaffected by that. I’m just going to try to go out there and help my team,” Clark said Sunday. “Obviously, our goal (was) to get to the playoffs, but I have a belief that we can come in here and we can win this series.”

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As the saying goes, pressure makes diamonds, and Clark is no stranger to the stress of a “must-win” situation. She guided the Iowa Hawkeyes to consecutive national championship games in 2023 and 2024, defeating high-powered opponents along the way and etching herself into NCAA history with a slew of scoring records.

Now faced with a win-or-go-home scenario on Wednesday night, Clark knows that another slow start against the Sun is likely to end the Fever’s season and make their stay in the playoffs a short one. A scenario like that can be a breeding ground for superstardom — the trajectory Clark is so clearly on, which she will look to reaffirm in Game 2.

Chet Holmgren Has A Beautiful One-Word Response To 48-Year-Old NBA White Chocolate Showcasing Skills

Chet Holmgren Reacts To Jason Williams Showcasing SkillsChet Holmgren and Jason Williams (Images Credit: Getty Images and X/TheHoopCentral)
2006 NBA champion Jason Williams, popularly known as White Chocolate, recently created a social media buzz with his basketball skills at the age of 48. Oklahoma City Thunder standout Chet Holmgren is among the NBA community reacting to the former Miami Heat guard’s skills.

In his 12-year NBA career, Jason Williams played for several teams, including the Sacramento Kings, the Memphis Grizzlies, and the Orlando Magic. He was known for his incredible passing skills and street ball-influenced playing style.

In a video that circulated on social media, the 48-year-old wowed onlookers with his behind-the-back dimes, bounce passes, and other creative skills. The video, shared by Hoop Central, garnered the attention of several fans, and Chet Holmgren gave a one-word response about Williams’ skills. Holmgren tweeted, “Art.”

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While the Thunder standout reacted to Jason Williams’ recent video, fans love Holmgren’s offseason training videos. This week, the 22-year-old star was spotted training with Atlanta Hawks star guard Trae Young, Moses Moody, and Moses Brown. The second overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft impressed the fans with his three-point shooting and hooping abilities.