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Caitlin Clark to Release Kobe Protro Colorway as Bay Area Debut Drives 3-Point Surge

Her Nike collaboration ahead of a Chase Center debut illustrates her influence on viewership, reshaping long-range shooting in the WNBA.

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) plays against the Dallas Wings in the second half of a WNBA basketball game in Indianapolis, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Overview

  • Nike and Clark will launch an Indiana Fever colorway of the Kobe 5 Protro on June 30 featuring team hues and Bryant’s Mamba logo.
  • Her first appearance at San Francisco’s Chase Center links her with Stephen Curry and has prompted strong ticket demand for Thursday’s Golden State Valkyries matchup.
  • Clark’s deep shooting has helped lift the league’s three-point attempt rate to a record 37.2% this season, the highest in WNBA history.
  • Broadcasters and opponents praise her all-around game after a recent performance against the Sun that included precise passing, solid defense and a well-timed bounce pass for an easy layup.
  • High school coaches describe a “Clarkquake” among young players emulating her logo-range shots while warning that mastering fundamentals remains essential.