Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton praises Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark as ‘special’ after her historic triple-double performance in a game against the New York Liberty. Clark recorded 19 points, 12 rebounds, and 13 assists, marking her first triple-double in the WNBA and becoming the first rookie in league history to achieve this feat.

By the Numbers

Clark finished the game with 19 points, 12 rebounds, and 13 assists.
She is currently averaging 16.1 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game.

Yes, But

While Clark’s performance was exceptional, there is a challenge for her to maintain this level of play consistently.

State of Play

Indiana Fever improved to 9-13 and hold the seventh spot in the WNBA standings.
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton commended Clark’s performance on Instagram, emphasizing her skill and impact on the court.

What’s Next

The Fever will face the Washington Mystics next, while the Pacers are preparing for summer league play.

Bottom Line

Caitlin Clark’s groundbreaking triple-double showcases her rising star power in the WNBA, drawing praise from fellow players and NBA stars like Tyrese Haliburton, setting a new standard of excellence for rookies in the league.