To me, Caitlin Clark is the clear Rookie of the Year, but it seems like Dawn Staley doesn’t agree. Staley picked Angel Reese as her Rookie of the Year. When I heard that, I started wondering if the people supporting Reese for Rookie of the Year are watching the same games as us. Just look at her last game against the New York Liberty—she was all over the place in the paint. In contrast, when we watch Caitlin’s games, it’s a different story. I’m talking about three-pointers from the logo and pinpoint passes that make a difference for the whole team.

Clark isn’t just playing well; she’s making history. If you find Dawn Staley’s stance strange, hit the like button and subscribe to the channel. We’re going to unravel this whole story in this video. Let’s start with the records Caitlin is breaking—this is Rookie of the Year material. First, she made history by becoming the first rookie to achieve a triple-double in the WNBA. In another game, she became the first player in the league, not just a rookie, to score at least 25 points, 10 assists, 5 rebounds, 5 steals, and 5 three-pointers in a single game.

But wait, there’s more. Clark has already broken the single-game assist record for the Indiana Fever with 13, and she matched that record in the next three games. She’s playing incredibly well. In the last six games, she’s averaging 11.7 assists per game. If she keeps this up, she’s going to crush the season assist record for a rookie, which is currently 7.5 per game. Clark isn’t just playing well; she’s redefining what it means to be a rookie in the WNBA, and the season isn’t even over yet.

Clark’s impact extends beyond the court. Let’s talk about the craze over her All-Star Game jerseys. On Friday morning, the Indiana Fever store announced the jerseys were for sale at $130 each. Guess how long they lasted? Eighteen minutes. That’s right, in less than 20 minutes, every size and color of Caitlin Clark’s All-Star Game jersey sold out. This shows the phenomenon that Clark has become. She’s not just killing it on the court; she’s moving the league’s economy too. This is the kind of impact a Rookie of the Year should have, right?

The All-Star Game will be on July 20th in Phoenix. Clark will play for Team WNBA against Team USA, alongside Reese. Just imagine the show she’ll put on there. All of this proves that Clark isn’t just an incredible player; she’s an icon, a star making the WNBA grow. If that’s not Rookie of the Year material, I don’t know what is.

Now, let’s compare Clark’s numbers to Reese’s since Dawn Staley is saying Angel deserves the Rookie of the Year title. Reese is averaging 13.5 points, 12 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game, shooting 41.1% from the field. Not bad, right? But let’s see Clark’s stats: Caitlin is putting up 16.8 points, 7.8 assists, and 5.9 rebounds per game, shooting 40.3% from the field and 34% from three-point range. She’s leading in points among rookies. Clark is second in the league in assists per game, not just among rookies. Reese is leading in rebounds, true, but Clark is dominating in other crucial areas.

Clark started the season a bit slow, but now she’s flying. Imagine when she gets even more accustomed to the WNBA game. It’s not just about the numbers; Clark is changing the game. Her precise passes make the whole team play better, and her three-pointers stretch the defense and open up the offense.

With all due respect to Dawn Staley and Angel Reese, the numbers don’t lie. Clark is playing at an absurd level for a rookie. If that’s not Rookie of the Year performance, I don’t know what is. If you’re still not convinced, let’s talk about Clark’s performances against the top teams in the league. Against the Phoenix Mercury, she scored 20 points, dished out 13 assists, and grabbed six rebounds, with seven of those assists in the first quarter alone. Clark was in total control of the Fever’s offense from the start.

This was her second consecutive game with at least 20 points and 10 assists. Only two rookies in WNBA history have done that—Clark and Angel McCoughtry. Clark is the only one who’s done it twice, and in back-to-back games. Against the Las Vegas Aces, one of the best teams in the league, Clark adapted her game using her court vision to create plays even when her shot wasn’t falling. This shows her maturity as a player.

The most impressive thing is how Clark adjusts during the game. When opposing teams try to mark her more tightly, she changes her strategy and starts creating for the team. It’s the kind of game intelligence you don’t expect to see in a rookie.

Clark is carrying the enormous expectations that come with being the first pick in the draft. The pressure is huge, but she’s playing like a veteran. However, there might be something hurting Clark’s chances of winning Rookie of the Year: Christy Sides’ management at the Indiana Fever. The Fever is having problems, and part of that is on the coach. Sides seems to still be figuring out how to use Clark correctly. Sometimes, we see Caitlin being underutilized, playing out of her natural position, or being taken out of the game at crucial moments. This affects her performance and the whole team.

In that game against the Mercury, the Fever had a 31-point lead but let it slip to just four points in the last quarter. That’s poor game management, and it ends up affecting Clark and the rest of the team. Individual success in the WNBA is closely tied to team success. If the Fever had a better record, Clark’s chances of winning the award would be even higher. With Sides making these questionable choices, it’s tough. Clark is trying to make up for the team’s tactical flaws, which sometimes results in her forcing plays or wearing herself out too much. This could negatively affect her stats.

Despite these obstacles, Clark is shining. Just imagine if she had a system that truly utilized her full potential. Her numbers are already impressive, but they could be even better. Clark is showing she’s an incredible player even in less-than-ideal conditions. This only proves even more that she deserves to be Rookie of the Year.

We’re only halfway through the season, and even with everything Clark has shown, the race for Rookie of the Year is still open. Dawn Staley said the season is halfway through and Caitlin is coming, but doesn’t she realize Clark has already arrived in full force? What more does Caitlin need to do to convince everyone? She’s already broken records, made history, and shown she can play toe-to-toe with the best in the league. But it seems like, for some people, it’s still not enough.

We’re entering the final stretch of the season, and every game counts. Will Clark be able to maintain this crazy pace, or will Reese make a strong finish? How will the coaches’ and media’s votes weigh in this decision? Will they only look at the numbers or consider the overall impact on the league? We’re witnessing one of the most intense Rookie of the Year races in years. As much as I think Clark deserves it, we know in sports anything can happen.