Caitlin Clark's Rookie Season Faces Challenges and Opportunities
The WNBA's newest star navigates injuries, high expectations, and fluctuating TV ratings while drawing record crowds and lucrative endorsements.
- Clark averages 17 points, 4 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game despite a high turnover rate.
- Her first WNBA games have seen mixed TV ratings, with a notable drop after initial high viewership.
- Injury concerns arose after Clark rolled her ankle but she continues to play through it.
- Teams across the league are capitalizing on Clark's popularity, leading to record ticket sales and sellout crowds.
- Clark's marketability is skyrocketing with major endorsements, including a historic deal with Wilson Sporting Goods.
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