Caitlin Clark Gets Double-Double in 1st WNBA Game vs. Paige Bueckers, Fever Beat Wings

In the first professional matchup between top draft picks Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, Clark and the Indiana Fever secured a decisive victory over Bueckers and the Dallas Wings, winning 102-83. Clark led the Fever with a strong all-around performance, contributing 14 points, 13 assists, and five steals. Teammates Kelsey Mitchell (20 points) and Natasha Howard (18 points, two steals) also delivered significant performances.

Despite the loss, Paige Bueckers played well for the Wings, scoring 21 points along with four rebounds and four assists, continuing her standout Rookie of the Year campaign. However, her effort wasn't sufficient to counter the Fever, who improved their season record to 11-10. The loss dropped the Wings to a 6-16 record.

The article notes that while this initial chapter in the anticipated Clark-Bueckers rivalry was somewhat one-sided, future matchups promise more excitement. It highlights the differing team contexts: the Fever spent the offseason building a contending roster around Clark, while the Wings are just starting their rebuild around Bueckers, a difference evident in Sunday's game. Despite the anticlimactic start, both players are recognized as young stars poised to lead the WNBA forward.