Sabrina Ionescu vs Stephen Curry still graces our Instagram feeds and Udonis Haslem wants more of that. Only this time, he desires the representative from WNBA at NBA All-Star to be Caitlin Clark. The 3x NBA champ even suggested one of his former teammates’ names to be pitted against the Indiana Fever star. The 25-year-old Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro. Why him exactly? Well, Haslem has a solid reason of his own.
On a recent episode of The OGs podcast, Haslem threw out the idea of Clark facing off against Herro in a three-point shootout. “That’d be a good one,” he said. In the very next breath, he explained why he would not consider pitting just a scorer against the Fever star.
“You can’t put a scorer out there because Catie gonna light his a** up,” Haslem admitted on his podcast. “You gotta get somebody out there that can shoot… Can’t just put a guy because he averaged 27…” Well, Udonis Haslem has a point there because on paper. Herro holds a slight edge over Caitlin Clark in three-point shooting.
Last season, the Heat guard knocked down 3.1 threes per game on nearly eight attempts per game, shooting at a solid 39.6 percent. Clark, on the other hand, also averaged 3.1 makes per game. But her percentage sat at 34.4 percent with close to nine attempts per game. If we’re just looking at stats, Herro would seem to have the upper hand.
But as we all know, these contests aren’t just about stats. If you need proof, just look at the Curry vs. Ionescu showdown in 2024. Despite the Golden State Warrior star’s overwhelming advantage on paper, Ionescu went toe-to-toe with the arguable greatest shooter ever, finishing with 26 points against his 29. It surely topped the dunk contest.
So, can the WNBA star outperform Herro despite statistical the setback? Well, we are surely not finding out that, this season. After declining to participate in the WNBA All-Star three-point contest in Phoenix, Caitlin Clark has also passed on the opportunity to be part of the NBA All-Star in San Francisco. Her representatives at Excel Sports Management confirmed the decision with a short but clear statement: “Caitlin will not be at NBA All-Star.”
But again, there’s no denying that a shooting contest between the two stars would’ve been fun to watch. Especially because of their social media interaction last year, which gained much media attention.
Caitlin Clark extended support for Tyler Herro’s gesture on social media
The Clark fever was impossible to ignore last WNBA season. From record-breaking performances to taking the league by storm as the No. 1 overall pick, the Indiana Fever superstar had the basketball world buzzing.
And it wasn’t just fans who were in awe—NBA stars took notice too. One of them was Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro, who made it clear in August 2024 that he’s a fan of Clark’s greatness. He shared a photo of himself rocking her iconic No. 22 Iowa Hawkeyes jersey—the very same one in which she made history, becoming the all-time NCAA scoring leader.
Even Caitlin Clark didn’t let the gesture go unnoticed. She dropped into the comment section with a simple but appreciative response for the sixth-year NBA pro. “Last slide [fire emojis].” A small exchange, but it’s one that showed just how much respect she’s earned.
Following this heartfelt exchange of respect between the two athletes, watching them compete against each other would’ve been icing on the cake.
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INCREDIBLE! Caitlin Clark & Indiana Fever BREAK 11 RECORDS vs Angel Reese & Chicago Sky.
On a night when the world’s eyes were fixed on Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the Indiana Fever delivered a performance that didn’t just electrify the home crowd—it rewrote the WNBA record books. The Fever’s 93-58 demolition of the Chicago Sky wasn’t just a victory; it was a statement, a warning shot, and the birth of a new era in women’s basketball. At the heart of it all stood Caitlin Clark, Aaliyah Boston, and a team that came together to break an astonishing eleven records in a single game.
The Build-Up: Anticipation and Legacy
The Fever stepped onto the court with more anticipation than perhaps any team in the league. Caitlin Clark, still only in her sophomore season, was already a household name—her rookie year had shattered expectations, and she entered this campaign with the kind of hype reserved for generational talents. Next to her, Aaliyah Boston, now in her third year, had grown from promising rookie to franchise cornerstone. And making her debut for Indiana was DeWanna Bonner, a six-time All-Star and two-time champion, just seven points away from becoming the third-highest scorer in WNBA history.
But this night would be about more than milestones. It would be about dominance, teamwork, and the kind of chemistry that turns potential into legacy.
Setting the Tone: Bonner’s Milestone
While the spotlight was bright on Clark, the first record of the night belonged to Bonner. Early in the fourth quarter, she calmly sank two free throws, pushing her career total past 7,489 points and passing Tina Thompson for third on the all-time scoring list. The arena erupted in a standing ovation, honoring not just a personal achievement but a career defined by excellence and leadership. Bonner’s presence, her steadying voice in the locker room, and her relentless drive had already begun to shape the Fever’s culture. Now, her milestone set the tone for what would become an unforgettable night.
The Duel: Boston vs. Reese
Amidst the celebrations, another subplot unfolded. All week, Chicago’s rookie sensation Angel Reese had talked up her matchup with Boston, promising to dominate the paint. But Boston responded with a defensive masterclass, recording five blocked shots and pulling down 13 rebounds. Her performance vaulted her to sixth in franchise history for blocks and eighth in rebounds, all in just her third season.
Boston’s stat line—19 points, 13 rebounds, five blocks—put her in rare company. Only Natasha Howard in 2014 had posted at least 15 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks in a season opener before. Boston’s dominance sent a clear message: Indiana’s future was in formidable hands.
