The WNBA Rookie Of The Year award race is heating up. With all the eyes on the women’s game since Caitlin Clark’s move, action in the WNBA became the talk of the town. However, the rivalry between CC and Angel Reese seems to be the headline of the WNBA, and now, a shocking report suggests who will potentially take the ROTY award.

Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark (Image Source: Getty Images)

According to the betting site Bovada, Caitlin Clark is the leading candidate to win the award. The former Iowa guard had a tough start to her WNBA career, but her numbers did not drop. In the 20 games she has played this season, Clark is averaging 16.2 points per game with 6.9 assists and 5.7 rebounds. On the other hand, Angel Reese is averaging 13.3 points and 11.4 rebounds, along with 1.9 assists per game.

While many have already declared Angel Reese the winner, the latest standings show a different picture. According to Monica McNutt, the ROTY race is not a foregone conclusion.

But with each passing game, Caitlin Clark tightened her grip around the claim to be the WNBA ROTY, and her last performance proved why.

Caitlin Clark Solidifies Her Claim on WNBA ROTY

On Saturday, the Fever picked up an unlikely win over the Phoenix Mercury. And to no one’s surprise, Caitlin Clark was the star of the show.

Clark recorded a 15-9-12 stat line, missing WNBA history by an inch. Had she grabbed one more rebound, she’d have been the first rookie in WNBA history to record a triple-double.

With their latest win, the Fever now finds themselves within a game of the Dream, which is in 7th. With the action picking up fast, Caitlin Clark’s form would be a key to the Fever’s chances to secure a playoff spot and take herself a step closer to the WNBA ROTY.

In a recent and unexpected turn of events, WNBA star Brittney Griner has caused a stir with her blunt assessment of fellow basketball player Caitlin Clark. Griner, known for her dominance on the court, didn’t hold back in her critique, calling Clark “arguably the most overrated athlete in all of sports.

Griner’s comments have left fans and analysts alike buzzing. She stated. “She’s incredibly unathletic with no skill, no post-game… That’s why Brittney Griner hates Caitlin Clark so much!” Such a strong statement from a high-profile athlete like Griner has naturally sparked a heated debate within the sports community.

Caitlin Clark, a standout player known for her scoring prowess and playmaking abilities, has been widely celebrated for her performances in college basketball. Her accolades and impressive statistics have made her a rising star, leading many to view Griner’s comments as surprising and contentious.

The reaction from fans has been mixed. Some supporters of Griner appreciate her candidness and believe her insights could be a form of competitive mind games. Others, however, feel that her remarks are unfair and dismissive of Clark’s achievements and potential.

Clark has not yet publicly responded to Griner’s critique, it remains to be seen how this controversy will impact both players moving forward, especially considering the potential for future matchups that would draw significant attention.

As the conversation around these comments continues to unfold, it highlights the intense rivalries and strong opinions that make sports so compelling. Whether Griner’s views will influence public perception of Clark or simply add fuel to an already fiery competition, one thing is clear the basketball world will be watching closely.