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Indiana Fever Superstar Caitlin Clark Honored with Butter Sculpture
Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Team WNBA guard Caitlin Clark (22) against the USA Women's National Team during the 2024 WNBA All Star Game at Footprint Center. Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
When the Indiana Fever drafted Caitlin Clark, it was clear that they were getting a generational superstar. She is the most popular women's basketball player in the history of the game and the impact of that fact has been felt by how much viewership the WNBA has received this season. Clark has become a fan favorite to many and hated by many others. She is one of the most polarizing athletes ever seen in professional sports. During her college career, Clark broke record after record. She also was extremely successful in the NIL marketplace. After everything was said and done, On3 had given here a massive NIL valuation of $3.4 million. Following her impressive career on and off the court in college, the leap to the WNBA has proven to be one that she has handled very well. However, there are many who are waiting and hoping that she fails. Thankfully, Clark has found a way to rise above the hate and criticism. She has simply focused on playing basketball. In her rookie season with the Fever, Clark has played in

This article first appeared on NIL on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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