Caitlin Clark Sets Fastest WNBA Assist Record

Caitlin Clark has become the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 400 career assists, accomplishing the feat in just 48 games and breaking Ticha Penicheiro's previous record of 55 games. Despite a season-low six-point performance against the Seattle Storm, Clark contributed nine assists to help the Indiana Fever secure a 94–86 win, with support from Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston. Clark leads the league in assists this season, averaging 8.7 per game, and holds several single-game and single-season assist records. Her dynamic play has contributed to a significant rise in WNBA team valuations, with all franchises more than doubling in value and the Golden State Valkyries becoming the first $500 million women's pro sports team. The Fever currently have a 7–7 record, and Clark's influence is recognized as both statistically and culturally transformative for the league. Fans and commentators have begun to consider her one of the greatest female basketball players ever.