Caitlin Clark exploded onto the WNBA scene in 2024, leading all rookies (and most veterans) in several categories.
Her All-Star play helped the Indiana Fever reach the playoffs for the first time since 2016, finishing with a 20-20 record.
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On Friday, Lacie Hull, sister of Fever guard and Clark teammate Lexie Hull, shared an Instagram carousel of family celebrations following Lexie’s engagement to longtime boyfriend Will Matthiessen.
In her caption, Lacie wrote, “eeee!!! congrats @lexiehull + willmatthiessen !!! it’s been a week and I’m still so giddy for ya’ll”
It quickly amassed hundreds of likes and well-wishes from teammates, fans and fellow WNBA stars, including Clark, who responded to the post with, “the better twin. Love this Lacie 🤍”.
As the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 draft, Clark immediately assumed a leadership mantle, guiding a young squad back into postseason contention.
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She averaged 19.2 points, 8.4 assists and 5.7 rebounds per game, becoming the first rookie since Candace Parker (2008) to earn All-WNBA First Team honors.
Clark shattered Ticha Penicheiro’s long-standing rookie assist record (225) last August, and just over a week later, set the rookie mark for 3-pointers in a season.
Indiana Fever guards Caitlin Clark (22) and Lexie Hull (10).Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Clark and Lexie Hull have been inseparable both on and off the court, from playful cup-stacking challenges to surprise engagement gifts.
With Clark set to build on a record-setting rookie year and her teammates rallying around her, the Fever enter 2025 poised for success both on and off the court.
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Clark’s sophomore campaign tips off May 17 at home in Gainbridge Fieldhouse against Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky.
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