Here’s what Patrick Mahomes said when asked about Caitlin Clark during a Super Bowl news conference
Caitlin Clark’s meteoric rise in the world of sports has continued to ignite conversations and draw admiration from prominent athletes across various fields. Among those who have expressed their support and admiration is Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, Patrick Mahomes.
Ahead of last year’s Super Bowl, Mahomes was asked about his thoughts on Clark as she was nearing the all-time NCAA scoring record. His response was nothing short of glowing.
Clark, who grew up as a Chiefs fan, received high praise from Mahomes, who acknowledged the mutual respect and admiration between them. “She’s just a tremendous player, a tremendous person,” Mahomes remarked. “I’ve met with her and talked. You can tell she loves the game… She’s going to be one of the best college basketball players to ever play, then go to the WNBA and dominate there as well.”
Mahomes even humorously acknowledged Clark’s skill, stating, “Hopefully I’ll never have to play her one-on-one because she’d for sure be getting buckets on me.”
Clark has indeed made an impressive transition to the WNBA. As the frontrunner for Rookie of the Year, she is averaging 16.2 points, 6.2 assists, and 5.4 rebounds per game. Her stellar performance has been instrumental in leading the Fever to a four-game winning streak.
This Sunday, Clark and the Fever are set to face off against Angel Reese and the rival Chicago Sky in what promises to be a highly-anticipated matchup. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how this budding star continues to shape the future of women’s basketball.
