Indiana Fever’s star Caitlin Clark set a high standard for herself following a remarkable rookie season, establishing herself as a remarkable talent in college basketball. The immense pressure to match such performance is a heavy load to bear. Paige Bueckers, a rookie for the Dallas Wings, believes that the expectations placed on Clark are excessive. She praised Clark’s ability to maintain composure despite the scrutiny, especially during her ongoing struggles with 3-point shooting.

Clark has faced a challenging period, sinking only one of her last 23 attempts from beyond the arc, resulting in a career-low shooting percentage of 29.5%. Bueckers commended Clark, stating, “She handles it with grace… it’s inhumane, really, to expect people to be perfect and not have off nights. It’s unfair to have to deal with that.” Despite her current slump, Clark still leads in early All-Star voting, proving her popularity and resilience. Bueckers emphasized the importance of self-acceptance and growth in navigating the ups and downs of sporting life.