Caitlin Clark passes historic WNBA scoring milestone

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Caitlin Clark passes historic WNBA scoring milestone

Caitlin Clark passes historic WNBA scoring milestone

Caitlin Clark scored her 1,000th career point on Saturday, putting her with some elite company.

Caitlin Clark passes historic WNBA scoring milestone

Caitlin Clark scored her 1,000th career point on Saturday, putting her with some elite company.

Caitlin Clark is already making history in the WNBA, and she just added another milestone to her growing legacy. On Saturday, the Indiana Fever star scored her 1,000th career regular-season point, joining an elite group of players who have reached the mark in record time.

The milestone came during the Fever's season opener against the Dallas Wings, with Clark delivering a breathtaking finish at the rim to close out the third quarter. It was a moment that showcased her signature blend of skill and flair—a play that had fans on their feet and social media buzzing.

Clark reached 1,000 points in just 54 career games, tying her with Fever legend Tamika Catchings for the third-fastest in WNBA history. Only Cynthia Cooper (45 games) and Seimone Augustus (46 games) have done it quicker. For context, this puts Clark in rarefied air among the league's all-time greats, a testament to her scoring prowess from day one.

It's worth noting that Clark would have likely hit this mark even sooner if not for a series of injuries that sidelined her for much of last season. Now healthy and determined, the 2024 Rookie of the Year is focused on leading Indiana to postseason success. With this milestone checked off, fans can expect many more records to fall as Clark continues her ascent in the WNBA.

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