Caitlin Clark

2024 - 7 - 18

Caitlin Clark's All-Star Weekend Drama: Olympics, Records, and a Viral Rivalry

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Discover why Caitlin Clark and Sabrina Ionescu declined the WNBA 3-point contest and the record-breaking moments leading up to All-Star Weekend!

Caitlin Clark and Sabrina Ionescu, both WNBA stars, recently made headlines for their decisions surrounding the upcoming All-Star Weekend. While Ionescu is focusing on the Paris Olympics and the Olympic camp, Clark has been breaking records left and right. In a final tune-up game, Clark notched a single-game WNBA-record with 19 assists, solidifying her status as a standout rookie for the Indiana Fever.

Despite her skill on the court, Clark decided to decline the invite to the WNBA 3-point contest, causing a stir among fans and fellow players. In a surprising turn of events, a viral video of Clark blocking 7-year-old Eli's shot brought unexpected attention to her friendly rivalry outside of formal competitions. This heartwarming interaction showcased the human side of these athletic superstars.

As the WNBA All-Star Weekend approaches, the absence of Clark in the 3-point contest leaves fans questioning the decision-making process. However, with her focus on personal growth and a well-deserved break during the league's hiatus, Clark's choices reflect a player prioritizing long-term wellbeing over immediate glory.

In other news, Clark's record-breaking game assist performance and Ionescu's standout shooting and defense reaffirm their positions as top talents in the league, setting the stage for a thrilling season ahead.

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Caitlin Clark and Sabrina Ionescu are not competing in WNBA 3 ... (NorthJersey.com)

In the final tune-up before WNBA All-Star Weekend, Caitlin Clark made league history. The Indiana Fever rookie notched a single game WNBA-record with 19 ...

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Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu Decline WNBA 3-Point Contest (Billboard)

Ionescu is preparing for the Paris Olympics—group play begins July 29 against Japan—and, according to the Associated Press, is focusing on the Olympic camp.

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Caitlin Clark is looking forward to some time off after a record-setting ... (The Associated Press)

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — As much as she wanted to play in the Olympics, Caitlin Clark savors the thought of some time off during the WNBA's monthlong hiatus ...

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Fever star Caitlin Clark declines invite to WNBA 3-point contest at All ... (The Indianapolis Star)

Indiana Fever rookie sensation Caitlin Clark will not participate in the 3-point contest or Skills Challenge at WNBA All-Star Weekend in Phoenix.

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Rematch! 7-Year-Old Eli Challenges Caitlin Clark, Basketball ... (Boys & Girls Clubs of America)

After a video of Caitlin Clark blocking 7-year-old Eli's shot on the basketball court went viral, their friendly rivalry brought Eli and family to an ...

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Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA's game assists record with 19 in Arlington (KERA News)

Indiana rookie Caitlin Clark broke the WNBA record for assists in a game Wednesday night, finishing with 19 in the Fever's 101-93 loss to the Dallas Wings.

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Most assists in a WNBA game: Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu (WLS-TV)

Since making her WNBA debut in 2024, Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has proved why she was the No. 1 pick, thanks to her shooting, defense, and success as ...

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Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu not in WNBA All-Star 3-point contest (USA TODAY)

Fever rookie guard Caitlin Clark and Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu, the defending champion in the 3-Point Contest, won't participate in the event.

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Caitlin Clark breaks WNBA assists record; British Open is underway ... (CBSSports.com)

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2024 WNBA All-Star Skills, 3-Point Contest Players Set; Caitlin Clark ... (Bleacher Report)

The WNBA announced the participants for Friday's 3-Point Contest and Skills Challenge as part of WNBA All-Star Weekend, and there were a couple of notable…

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Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu decline invite for WNBA 3-point contest (Los Angeles Times)

Caitlin Clark and Sabrina Ionescu — two of the WNBA's top shooters — turn down invites to participate in the three-point contest during All-Star weekend.

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Why Caitlin Clark is not in 2024 WNBA All-Star 3-point contest in ... (AZCentral.com)

At first glance, it looks like the WNBA missed a prime opportunity to showcase Caitlin Clark by not including her in WNBA All-Star 3-point contest.

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WNBA's Olympic break gives Caitlin Clark chance to rest, reset ... (Chattanooga Times Free Press)

WNBA rookie sensation Caitlin Clark said she feels like she's been "nonstop go" since last September. That's because she has.

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Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu excluded from 3-point contest in ... (Fox News)

Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark and New York Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu will not compete in the 3-point contest during the WNBA's All-Star weekend, ...

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Caitlin Clark Opts Out of Biggest WNBA Event (Newsweek)

Caitlin Clark is having a fantastic rookie season, but the young guard has opted out of the WNBA 3-point Contest.

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Colin Cowherd Rips 'Petty' WNBA For Suppressing Caitlin Clark's ... (Fox Sports Radio)

Colin Cowherd of FS1 mocked the WNBA for once again failing to showcase its sport's most popular star, Caitlin Clark, on its biggest stage this weekend, ...

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