Caitlin Clark’s new honor announced by Fever

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has been named the Associated Press’ WNBA Player of the Week for the second time this season. The superstar demonstrated her dominance in the last three games, helping her team secure an undefeated record. Over that span, Clark averaged 25.7 points, 9.7 assists, and 3.3 rebounds, leading Indiana to victories against the New York Liberty, Dallas Wings, and Atlanta Dream.

Now on a four-game winning streak, Clark and the Fever have won nine of their last 11 games. This season, she has claimed the WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week award three times. Clark has also contributed 11 double-doubles, playing a crucial role in Indiana's turnaround. The team started the season 5-5 but is now sitting at a 23-12 record, placing them fourth in the standings.

As of now, Clark has played in 31 games this season, setting a career-high average of 22.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game. Notably, she is scoring 45.0% of her shots, including 2.7 three-pointers, despite playing fewer minutes than usual—30.9 minutes per game. Clark is dealing with a lingering back issue, and her playing time is closely monitored by the coaching staff, with the primary objective being to keep her fresh for the postseason. The Fever will next face the Toronto Tempo on Tuesday.

Indiana is currently just half-a-game behind the Las Vegas Dream in the race for the third playoff spot, with nine games remaining on their schedule. Last season, Indiana reached the second round of the playoffs without Clark, who has made a strong comeback after battling quad, groin, and ankle injuries. Clark aims to lead Indiana to a championship this season.