In a historic achievement, Iowa’s Caitlin Clark etched her name in the annals of women’s basketball by reaching the remarkable milestone of 3,000 career points. This feat, achieved on December 7, 2023, during a game against Iowa State, solidifies Clark’s status as one of the elite players in Division I women’s basketball history.
Iowa vs. Iowa State – Statistical Breakdown
Category | Iowa | Iowa State |
---|---|---|
Points | 67 | 58 |
Field Goals Made | 25 | 21 |
Field Goals Attempted | 58 | 63 |
Field Goal Percentage | 43.1% | 33.3% |
3-Pointers Made | 8 | 6 |
3-Pointers Attempted | 23 | 26 |
3-Point Percentage | 34.8% | 23.1% |
Free Throws Made | 9 | 10 |
Free Throws Attempted | 12 | 11 |
Free Throw Percentage | 75% | 90.9% |
Rebounds | 38 | 35 |
Assists | 15 | 11 |
Steals | 9 | 5 |
Blocks | 4 | 3 |
Turnovers | 12 | 16 |
Personal Fouls | 13 | 15 |
Caitlin Clark’s Individual Performance:
Category | Caitlin Clark |
---|---|
Points | 35 |
Field Goals Made | 12 |
Field Goals Attempted | 31 |
Field Goal Percentage | 38.7% |
3-Pointers Made | 6 |
3-Pointers Attempted | 16 |
3-Point Percentage | 37.5% |
Free Throws Made | 5 |
Free Throws Attempted | 6 |
Free Throw Percentage | 83.3% |
Rebounds | 9 |
Assists | 5 |
Steals | 3 |
Blocks | 1 |
Turnovers | 4 |
Personal Fouls | 3 |
This stellar individual performance played a pivotal role in Iowa’s 67-58 victory over Iowa State, underscoring Clark’s crucial role as a leader on the court. As a result, Iowa’s overall season record now stands at an impressive 9-1, further solidifying their position as a formidable force in women’s college basketball.
Clark is not only the 15th player in Division I women’s basketball to reach 3,000 career points but also the first to record at least 3,000 points, 750 rebounds, and 750 assists in a career.
Achieving this milestone in her 110th career game, she becomes the second-fastest in NCAA Division I history, following Patricia Hoskins of Mississippi Valley State.
The achievement puts Clark on track to potentially surpass the all-time scoring leader in the NCAA era, Kelsey Plum, who recorded 3,527 points.
Clark’s outstanding performance in the game against Iowa State showcased her scoring prowess, with 12 points in the first quarter alone.
Surpassing the 3,000-point mark with a 3-pointer in the third quarter, she accounted for all of Iowa’s 14 points in that period, demonstrating her ability to carry the team on her shoulders.
Downplaying the significance of her individual milestone, Clark expressed her focus on the rivalry with Iowa State and winning the game.
Iowa coach Lisa Bluder praised Clark’s achievement, highlighting its remarkable nature, especially early in her senior season.
Clark’s achievement positions her close to Kelsey Plum’s all-time scoring record of 3,527 points.
As of now, Clark has amassed 3,013 points in her career, showcasing her potential to rewrite the record books.
Iowa’s strong standing in women’s college basketball is further solidified, as they now hold the 4th spot in the national rankings.
The collective perspectives from analysts and contributors paint a picture of Caitlin Clark not just as a prolific scorer but as an all-around player who has left an indelible mark on women’s basketball. The statistical comparisons emphasize her potential to become the all-time scoring leader, adding an extra layer of excitement to the remainder of the season.
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