Caitlin Clark took the WNBA by storm in her first season, winning WNBA Rookie of the Year honors and breaking records, including all-time single-season assist leader. Many basketball legends have praised the Indiana Fever star, with former Los Angeles Lakers player Mychal Thompson being one of the latest.
Thompson, a two-time NBA champion and father of Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson,
discussed Clark’s growing impact on basketball during an appearance on Dan Dakich’s show. Sharing about one of his recent visits to Indiana, he said
Thompson was an essential piece of the Los Angeles Lakers during the Showtime era, winning championships in 1987 and 1988. Over his 12-year NBA career, he averaged 13.7 points and 7.4 rebounds, being one of the most reliable players.
After signing players such as DeWanna Bonner, Sydney Colson or Natasha Howard
They also remain one of the main attractions in the WNBA. Multiple teams have relocated their home games against Indiana to larger arenas to accommodate demand The Atlanta Dream will host Indiana at
Meanwhile, the Chicago Sky’s June 7 and July 27 matchups will take place at the United Center. The Las Vegas Aces will also move their June 22 game to T-Mobile Arena.
State Farm Arena on May 22.
The 2025 season begins in May, with the Fever opening at home against the Chicago Sky on May 17. With 41 of their 44 games set for national television, Clark and the Fever will remain at the center of action.
