Caitlin Clark Erupts for 25 Points and 6 Logo Threes in First Half of Epic Return — A Jaw-Dropping Shooting Clinic That Ignites the Crowd!
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – If there were any questions about whether Caitlin Clark was ready to reassert her dominance on the basketball court, she answered them in jaw-dropping, record-threatening fashion on Wednesday night.
In her first game back following a brief absence, the Indiana Fever’s superstar rookie and former Iowa sensation exploded for 25 points and six three-pointers — all in just the first half — leaving fans, commentators, and even her teammates in stunned admiration.
Even more remarkable? Most of those buckets came from well beyond the arc — including several from the logo, a range few in basketball history have dared to consistently shoot from, let alone make look routine.
“She’s not just special — she’s generational,” Fever head coach Christie Sides said after the game. “The confidence, the range, the way she controls the floor — Caitlin Clark is pure electricity.”
A First Half for the Ages
From the opening tip, Clark looked locked in, drilling her first three-pointer just 15 seconds into the game. It was the beginning of a shooting masterclass, as she unleashed a flurry of deep shots that lit up the scoreboard and brought the home crowd at Gainbridge Fieldhouse to a deafening roar.
By the end of the first quarter, Clark had 13 points — including three logo-range bombs. She added another 12 in the second, highlighted by a step-back three from nearly 35 feet out that sent the bench and the fans into a frenzy.
“I’ve seen Steph [Curry] do it. I’ve seen Dame [Lillard] do it. But what Caitlin’s doing, this early in her career, with this kind of poise? It’s unreal,” said ESPN analyst Andraya Carter at halftime.
Making History – Again
Clark, who shattered multiple NCAA records during her college career — including becoming the all-time leading scorer in Division I history — continues to make the transition to the WNBA look seamless.
Her 25-point first-half performance is among the highest-scoring halves by a rookie in league history, and her six first-half three-pointers tied a Fever franchise record for most threes in a half.
But beyond the numbers, it was the manner in which she scored that stole the spotlight.
“You blink and she’s already loading up from 35 feet,” said teammate Aliyah Boston. “She makes the impossible look effortless.”
Clark’s Return Sparks Fever’s Playoff Hopes
The Fever, who have struggled to find rhythm in the opening stretch of the season, entered the game needing a spark — and Clark delivered with the force of a lightning bolt.
Behind her offensive onslaught, Indiana built a commanding halftime lead and never looked back. Clark’s gravity on the floor opened up opportunities for her teammates, including Boston and Kelsey Mitchell, who combined for 29 points of their own.
With Clark back at the helm, the Fever look rejuvenated, confident, and poised to chase a playoff spot in what’s shaping up to be the most competitive WNBA season in years.
The Icon Rises Again
Clark’s performance reignited the buzz surrounding her already-iconic rookie season. Social media erupted with reactions, with “Caitlin Clark,” “Logo Threes,” and “She’s Him” trending nationally within minutes.
“She’s not just redefining the WNBA — she’s redefining what we expect from a point guard,” tweeted former NBA star Dwyane Wade.
As fans poured out of Gainbridge Fieldhouse, one sentiment echoed above all: Caitlin Clark is must-watch basketball. And if tonight was any indication, she’s just getting started.
