Caitlin Clark and Angel Reesetwo of the most famous names in women’s basketball, made their WNBA debuts in 2024 after outstanding college careers. Both entered the league with enormous expectations, but Caitlin Clark’s rookie season eclipsed Angel Reese’s in terms of overall impact and performance.
Caitlin Clark in form for Rookie of the Year
Clark quickly established herself as one of the WNBA’s most exciting players. Known for her long-range shooting and playmaking skills, she became the focal point of the Fever Offense. With good numbers in points, assists and rebounds, Clark was always a threat for a triple-double. Her high-scoring performances have made her a favorite for Rookie of the Year and one of the league’s rising stars.
Angel Reese, has shown signs of dominance that she ^ “LSU”. While she has been a strong contributor defensively and on the boards, her impact on offense has been more limited. Reese’s rookie season has been about adjusting to the physicality of the WNBA and finding her role on a team filled with established veterans. While she hasn’t had the same breakout performances as Clark, Reese’s potential remains high as she continues to develop.
Your numbers this season:
Angel Reese:
- Points per game (PPG): 13.4
- Rebounds per game (RPG): 12.0
- Assists per game (APG): 1.8
- Steals per game (SPG): 1.4
Caitlin Clark
- Points per game (PPG): 17.1
- Rebounds per game (RPG): 5.8
- Assists per game (APG): 8.2
- Steals per game (SPG): 1.5
In the 2024 WNBA season, Caitlin Clark had the better overall year compared to Angel Reese. Clark’s scoring, playmaking and leadership qualities with the Indiana Fever have made her one of the most outstanding rookies of the season. While Angel Reese has shown brilliance on the boards and defensively, Clark’s offensive impact and overall performance have given her the edge in her rookie seasons.
