Sue Bird Challenges Caitlin Clark to Break WNBA Assist Record Amid League Expansion

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has made a remarkable transition from college to the WNBA, setting the single-season assists record with 337 assists during her rookie 2024 season and leading the league in assists per game. WNBA legend Sue Bird, who holds the all-time career assists record with 3,234, has openly expressed her belief that Clark is on track to break her record, noting that players today have more games per season to achieve such milestones. Bird highlighted that while she played mostly 34-game seasons, the current WNBA regular season has expanded to 40-44 games, making it more feasible for Clark to surpass her assist totals within the next five years. Bird also praised Clark's exceptional court vision and strength, which enable her to make difficult passes and stand out as a playmaker. Despite Clark's current injury, her early career progress and skills have drawn comparisons to Bird's own trajectory as a transformative player in the league. Additionally, Bird has engaged in off-court ventures, including a partnership with eBay featuring collectibles of top WNBA stars like Clark, while continuing her influential roles in basketball media and leadership.