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Clark sets new WNBA assist record during Fever's game against Wings
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    Clark sets new WNBA assist record during Fever’s game against Wings

    ARLINGTON, Texas — Caitlin Clark had 19 assists to break the WNBA game record in the Indiana Fever’s 101-93 loss to the Dallas Wings on Wednesday night in the final WNBA contest before the month-long break for the Olympics.

    Clark broke the mark of 18 set by Courtney Vandersloot for Chicago against Indiana on Aug. 31, 2020. Vandersloot also had 18 in a playoff game Sept. 28, 2021.

    The record-breaker came on a play where she set Kelsey Mitchell up for a 3-pointer with 2:22 remaining. That tied it at 93, but Dallas closed with an 8-0 run.

    Odyssey Sims and Arike Ogunbowale each scored 24 points for Dallas (6-19). Natasha Howard added 17 points, seven rebounds, eight assists and four steals. The Wings scored 100-plus points for the second time this season.

    Aliyah Boston led Indiana (11-15) with a career-high 28 points, and Clark finished with 24 points. NaLyssa Smith had 13 points and 12 rebounds.

    Ogunbowale made a huge shot just before the shot-clock buzzer with 44.6 seconds left. Ogunbowale dribbled into the lane and had it poked away before she corralled it and quickly hit a fadeaway jumper for a 97-93 lead.

    Clark picked up her 14th assist early in the fourth quarter to top her previous career high of 13. She became just the second rookie in WNBA history to go over 200 assists in a season, joining Ticha Penicheiro (225) in 1998. Clark broke Penicheiro’s rookie assists record of 16, set July 29, 1998.

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    In a historic moment for the WNBA, guard Sydney Colson of the Indiana Fever made headlines by breaking the league’s all-time assist record during a game against the Dallas Wings. Colson surpassed the previous record of 1,468 assists set by Ticha Penicheiro in 2012.

    Colson’s achievement is a testament to her exceptional playmaking abilities and court vision. Known for her unselfish style of play and ability to create scoring opportunities for her teammates, Colson has been a key player for the Fever since joining the team in 2018.

    The record-breaking assist came in the second quarter of the game when Colson dished out a perfect pass to her teammate for an easy layup. The crowd erupted in cheers as Colson was congratulated by her teammates and coaching staff.

    After the game, Colson expressed gratitude for the support of her teammates and coaches, as well as the fans who have cheered her on throughout her career. She also credited her success to hard work and dedication to her craft.

    Colson’s accomplishment is not only a personal milestone but also a significant moment for women’s basketball as a whole. As the WNBA continues to grow in popularity and recognition, records like this serve as a reminder of the talent and skill that exists within the league.

    With plenty of basketball still left to be played this season, Colson’s record-breaking performance is sure to inspire other players to strive for greatness and push the boundaries of what is possible on the court. Congratulations to Sydney Colson on this incredible achievement!