After a record-breaking rookie season where she led the WNBA in assists, earned Rookie of the Year honors and secured a spot on the All-WNBA team, Caitlin Clark is already on a mission to bring a championship to Indiana in just her second year. The hype surrounding her isn't slowing down, with comparisons to WNBA legends Diana Taurasi and Sue Bird already in full swing.
Now, Clark will be joined by veteran forward Natasha Howard, a three-time WNBA champion, former Defensive Player of the Year and perennial All-Star. Howard, one of the league’s most respected players, shared high praise for her new teammate.
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"I feel like [leadership] is natural to her," Howard said. "She's going to be in that category with the Sue Birds, the Diana Taurasis."
Coming from a player with Howard’s accolades and experience, that endorsement carries serious weight. She’s echoing what many across the league and fans alike are already thinking: Clark is on a path to greatness.
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With Howard bringing championship experience and defensive tenacity to Indiana, the Fever’s roster looks stronger and more balanced heading into the season. Plus with Clark stating that, for her, success looks like “A championship," the bar is set high — and the belief is real.