WNBA Star Dearica Hamby Makes Clear Caitlin Clark Statement

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Robert Marvi | Last updated May 26, 2025 1:37 AM ET

The Los Angeles Sparks went a miserable 8-32 last season, which gave them the worst record in the WNBA. To add insult to injury, they missed out on the No. 1 pick in the draft and the opportunity to draft UConn star Paige Bueckers, who ended up going to the Dallas Wings.

But they improved to 2-3 on the new season with a 91-78 win over the Chicago Sky on Sunday. Veteran forward Dearica Hamby shot just 3-of-11 from the field, but she did have eight assists, six rebounds, six steals and one block.

She was asked if she would rather have Caitlin Clark's passing ability or the rebounding skills of Chicago's Angel Reese, and she chose Clark's passing skills.

"Caitlin Clark's passing ability," Hamby replied. "I can already rebound enough. I can be a better passer."

Dearica Hamby wants Caitlin Clark’s passing ability over Angel Reese’s rebounding ability

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Ever since Hamby became a full-time starter in 2022, she has indeed been a good rebounder. That year, she averaged 7.1 rebounds in 26.5 minutes a game and helped the Las Vegas Aces win the WNBA championship.

She was traded to the Sparks prior to the 2023 campaign, and last year, she grabbed a career-high 9.2 rebounds while also scoring 17.3 points a game and shooting 51.2% from the field. She was also named to the WNBA All-Star Game for the third time in four seasons.

Her rebounding prowess and ability to score are two reasons the Sparks have some hope of competing for a playoff spot this year. The proud franchise, which has won it all three times, hasn't reached the postseason since 2020.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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