Caitlin Clark doesn’t even have to score 30 points anymore.
She can drop 14 points and 11 assists in her World Cup debut, help Team USA cruise past China and somehow still become the biggest story in women’s basketball.
That’s the Caitlin Clark effect.
And yes, before someone starts screaming that she didn’t start or didn’t score enough, that’s exactly what makes this whole thing so funny.
The woman can change the entire feel of a game simply by stepping onto the court.
Team USA coach Kara Lawson specifically praised Clark for changing the tempo and creating opportunities for everyone around her.
Then she had a quiet one against Italy.
One point.
Six shots missed.
And naturally, the internet immediately decided the sky was falling.
Guys, she’s fine.
Caitlin Clark is still Caitlin Clark.
She’s still one of the biggest stars in basketball. She’s still drawing ridiculous attention everywhere she goes. And she’s still playing for Team USA at her first senior World Cup.
The funniest part?
We’re going to spend the entire tournament arguing about her.
Every game.
Every shot.
Every assist.
Every facial expression.
Welcome back to the Caitlin Clark Experience.
You either love it or you’re pretending you don’t watch.
