Sue Bird Nails WNBA Rookie of the Year Prediction

Four-time WNBA champion Sue Bird has made her pick for Rookie of the Year: Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark. The legendary point guard praises Clark's consistent performance and the Fever's resurgence. Clark solidified her case with a record-breaking performance on Wednesday night.

WNBA legend Sue Bird has cast her vote for the Rookie of the Year award, and Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark stands tall as her choice. Bird's decision was unwavering, even before the Fever's decisive victory over the Chicago Sky on Friday night.

Sue Bird Nails WNBA Rookie of the Year Prediction

"Ever since All-Star break, I have felt that Caitlin was the Rookie of the Year," Bird stated on her podcast, "A Touch More" with Megan Rapinoe. "She has since just continued to prove that."

Clark's outstanding performance in the Fever's 100-81 win only reinforced Bird's conviction. The rookie sensation erupted for a career-high 31 points and dished out 12 assists, showcasing her dynamic all-around game.

Sue Bird Nails WNBA Rookie of the Year Prediction

Bird's admiration extends beyond Clark to the entire Fever squad, who clinched their first playoff berth since 2016. She lauds the team's collective effort, particularly Kelsey Mitchell's red-hot shooting streak.

"You can't talk about the Indiana Fever right now without Kelsey Mitchell," Bird said. "She is on an incredible streak, just like a hot streak, shooting the absolute you-know-what out of the ball."

Sue Bird Nails WNBA Rookie of the Year Prediction

Clark's Rookie of the Year credentials received a further boost on Wednesday night when she became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 100 3-pointers in a season. Her remarkable outing against the Los Angeles Sparks featured 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, marking her second career triple-double.

Clark's triple-double exploits place her in an elite category. She joins a select group of just five WNBA players who have achieved multiple triple-doubles in a single season. Notably, she is the first rookie to accomplish this feat.

Sue Bird Nails WNBA Rookie of the Year Prediction

Bird's prediction aligns with the growing consensus among WNBA analysts. Clark's exceptional play, coupled with the Fever's playoff success, has solidified her status as a frontrunner for the Rookie of the Year award.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.

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