At the heart of Indiana’s basketball scene, a new star is on the rise. Caitlin Clark, the skilled player hailing from Iowa, is poised to ignite her WNBA career with the Fever. Thanks to her standout performance in college, she’s expected to be the top pick in the upcoming pro draft. Former Pacers forward Al Harringtonbelieves that Clark’s arrival in Indiana is a perfect match for her burgeoning career.
According to Harrington, the transition from Iowa to Indiana is an excellent move for Clark. He says:
“The fact that she’s coming from Iowa to that market is obviously a great market. I’m sure the WNBA would love for her to be in a bigger market than that, but I think she’s gonna thrive.”
Harrington’s confidence in Clark’s potential is considerable. He even likens her to Reggie Miller, a legendary player who spent all 19 seasons of his Hall of Fame career with the Pacers and is widely regarded as the franchise’s greatest player. Harrington boldly declares:
“It’s like she’s gonna be the female Reggie Miller.”
Despite his enthusiasm for Clark’s arrival in Indiana, Harrington acknowledges the challenges that lie ahead. As a new player in the league, Clark will have to prove herself against seasoned veterans. Harrington warns:
“She’s gonna be cold, but I know all the girls in the league are licking their chops to get their hands on her, too. They build you up sometimes to tear you down.”
Nevertheless, he remains confident that Clark will make her mark in the league.
Clark’s impressive performance during the NCAA tournament had viewers, including Harrington, glued to their screens. Her entry into the league could potentially boost WNBA ratings. However, Harrington cautions against premature comparisons between the Fever and the Pacers, stating that the NBA still reigns supreme. Yet, he believes that Clark will be warmly welcomed by the city.