Hoops Coach Stephanie White Trades Stephen Curry Comparison for Caitlin Clark's Sizzling Performance
Let 'Er Fly! Caitlin Clark Shows Off Unmatched Range for Indiana Fever
In a jaw-dropping display reminiscent of NBA legend Stephen Curry, Caitlin Clark unleashed her signature long-distance barrage during the Fever's demolition of the Brazilian National Team. And while some were left scratching their heads, head coach Stephanie White just chuckled.
"She's just being Caitlin," White said, seemingly unperturbed by the Internet's collective gasp at Clark's long-range prowess. "She's doing her thing, taking those shots she knows she can make. I mean, nobody tells Steph Curry to shy away from a good shot, do they?"
With an uncanny resemblance to Curry's deep-ball antics, Clark's bulging 3-point tally startled even the most diehard WNBA fans. But for the Fever faithful, her staggering range — demonstrated by a gutsy 36-footer against the Brazilians — has become a comforting constant.
The league has never seen a player quite like Clark, and the stats back it up. In the game, she sniped four-from-beyond-the-arc and finished with a respectable 13 points. A mere taste of her undeniable dominance, the Iowa guard looks ready to command the Fever offense.
Empowered by a coaching staff that encourages her to take risks and feed off her fearless spirit, it's no secret that this is Clark's team to lead.
Green Light for Long-Range Shots
It's unusual to hear a coach disregard criticism for a player's shooting profile. But when it comes to Clark and her penchant for long-range bombs, White has full confidence in her Iowa superstar. Despite the inevitable negativity that comes along with such shots, Clark possesses the skill to knock 'em down, and her deadly accuracy is generating a contagious energy that's getting fans out of their seats.
With veteran teammates DeWanna Bonner and Sophie Cunningham by her side and a former fanbase eagerly supporting her long-range exploits, the Fever's second-year guard is forging a formidable team identity.
As the preseason comes to a close this week, White will continue to maintain an open-door policy when it comes to Clark's long-range bombs, even if it means taking shots well beyond the 36-foot mark. After all, there's only one player in the WNBA who can pull off such feats, and she's rocking the Fever blue.
Critics may howl and pour over her 34.4% clip on nine attempts per game, but Clark's unique shot profile is here to stay. For better or for worse, the WNBA has a new long-range legend.
"The Fever's coaching staff is giving Caitlin Clark the green light for long-range shots, emulating the famous NBA shooter Stephen Curry. As White confidently stated, 'Nobody tells Steph Curry to shy away from a good shot, do they?'"
"With her extraordinary long-range prowess, Clark is carving out a unique identity for the Fever. Despite the occasional criticism, her deadly accuracy on long-range bombs is generating a contagious energy, making her a long-range legend in the WNBA."
