The WNBA Issues a Statement on Caitlin Clark After Indiana Stuns Las Vegas

When the Indiana Fever beat the Las Vegas Aces 99-89 to avoid elimination, it was already a massive moment. But immediately after the final buzzer, the WNBA made an official league announcement that etched Caitlin Clark’s name into the history books forever.

Following Indiana’s season-saving victory, the league took to social media to celebrate a statistical feat that no player in the history of professional women’s basketball had ever achieved.

A Performance for the Record Books

The WNBA’s official statement confirmed that Clark became the first player in WNBA history to record at least 25 points and 15 assists in a single playoff game.

Clark’s full stat line was nothing short of staggering:

• 27 Points
• 15 Assists
• 7 Rebounds
• 5 Three-Pointers

What makes the achievement even more remarkable is that Clark built much of this historic stat line in record time, becoming the first player in postseason history to record a 10+ point and 10+ assist double-double in a single half.

Carrying the Heavy Load

Clark’s masterclass, alongside major performances from Kelsey Mitchell (26 points) and Aliyah Boston (22 points), proved that Indiana’s “Big Three” can go toe-to-toe with the reigning champions when everything is on the line.

Even after fouling out with under three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, Clark’s early playmaking cushion ensured the Fever held firm against Las Vegas’ late charge.

The Stage Is Set for Game 3

The WNBA’s announcement served as a reminder of the generational talent on display this postseason. With the first-round series tied 1-1, Indiana now heads back to Las Vegas for a winner-take-all Game 3 on October 1.

If Clark and the Fever bring this same energy to the strip, another league announcement might just be around the corner.