Indiana Fever Defeat Dallas Wings 102-83 in First Clark-Bueckers WNBA Meeting

In their first professional matchup, Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, the last two No. 1 overall WNBA draft picks, faced off with Clark and the Indiana Fever dominating the Dallas Wings 102-83. Clark overcame a recent shooting slump and a minutes restriction due to injury to score 14 points, dish out 13 assists, and record five steals, leading a franchise-best 64-point first half for the Fever. Despite Bueckers scoring 21 points and showing her all-around game, the Wings were unable to match Indiana's balanced scoring, which included strong performances from Kelsey Mitchell and Natasha Howard. Clark's defense was particularly impactful, as she repeatedly stole the ball from Bueckers and contributed to both offense and defense effectively. The Fever, now 11-10, showcased their contending roster built around Clark, while the Wings, at 6-16, continue rebuilding around Bueckers. Their rivalry promises many future battles, with both players symbolizing the bright future of the WNBA.