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Is Caitlin Clark Leaving the WNBA? Debunking the Fake “Caitlin Clark Leaving WNBA” Rumor

Credits: Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Caitlin Clark has been the most popular figure the WNBA has ever seen. Whether it’s her flashy assists, scoring from deep three-point range, or her celebration after dropping a tough bucket, Clark is just in her second season and is already a superstar talent. At Iowa, she set the NCAA record for most career points, averaging 28.4 points, 8.2 assists, and 7.1 rebounds per game across four seasons. Her WNBA rookie season in 2024 saw her average 17.1 points, 8.2 assists, and 5.8 rebounds over 40 games, with a 41.7% field goal percentage and 344 assists, ranking second across the league.

Clark’s long-range shooting and pinpoint passing is perhaps the most talked about aspect of her game making 122 three-pointers in 2024. Her play has boosted TV ratings and filled arenas time and time again. Despite not being the WNBA’s best player yet, her highlight-reel plays and competitive fire has captivated the fans worldwide, making her a household name. Even though, A’ja Wilson is arguably the best player in the world currently, Clark’s impact can be compared to Stephen Curry’s three-point shooting, which, according to many, has changed the way the game is played.

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Caitlin Clark is loving DeWanna Bonner's performance late in the game 🔥 pic.twitter.com/X0ufrDb9nS
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) May 31, 2025

Is Caitlin Clark Leaving the WNBA?

No, Caitlin Clark is not leaving the WNBA, and the rumors that are currently surfacing on the web are absolutely false.

What Caused Caitlin Clark Leaving WNBA Rumor?

The rumor of Caitlin Clark leaving the WNBA stem from racial controversies and criticism amplified by media and former players. ESPN’s Monica McNutt sparked backlash by suggesting Clark’s popularity, despite her averaging 17.1 points, 8.2 assists per game in 2024, was tied to being a “white girl from middle of America,” fueling race-baiting narratives. Former WNBA star Sherly Swoopes downplayed Clark’s record-breaking rookie season, falsely claiming that she took 40 shots per game. These comments, alongside social media posts accusing Clark’s critics of jealousy, stirred speculation about her exit.

When you allow this kind of behavior in your league, someone is bound to get hurt eventually. The WNBA needs to protect its players — Caitlin Clark deserves better.#WNBA #IndianaFever pic.twitter.com/8TlxZ7o543
— Indiana Fever ® (@TheIndianaFever) May 27, 2025

Before joining the WNBA, Clark was offered $10 million, eight-year deal by the Big3 league, which may have fueled rumors of her exploring other options. The drama surrounding Clark is very real, despite this, no evidence suggests Clark leaving the WNBA. She is also contractually tied with the Indiana Fever, for a four-year, $338,056.

Caitlin Clark’s Impact on WNBA and WNBA Ratings

Caitlin Clark’s 2024 WNBA rookie season with the Indiana Fever boosted league viewership and attendance enormously. WNBA games averaged 1.2 million viewers, up from 440K in 2023. The Fever’s game drew 1.84-2.54 million viewers, with 18 games exceeding 1 million. Attendances rose from 400k in May 2024, a 26-year high, with sellout up 156%. Clark’s games were nationally televised 41 times, more than any other team and her presence doubled Fever’s ticket prices.

"Look at Caitlin Clark, how she's just taken over the country, for that matter, maybe the world.”

Wayne Gretzky on Caitlin Clark✨✨ pic.twitter.com/z3N1LL0hzy
— drafts (@drafts95452567) May 30, 2025

Caitlin Clark is currently out dealing with a quadriceps strain and will miss games for a minimum of two weeks. Reports suggests that there has been a huge drop in ticket sales after Clark’s injury announcement, which proves how valuable she is to the WNBA.

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