Caitlin Clark given chains by Indiana Fever teammates for photo shoot

During her introductory press conference in April, Clark talked about the love she has receoved from Fever fans. “Six thousand people just to stare at a screen and see who gets picked in the draft is pretty incredible, so I expect big numbers this summer,” Clark said, per CBS Sports. “I think people just couldn’t be more excited about where this organization is going, the people that are on this roster and the potential, but also just women’s basketball in general. People know it’s special. People know this draft class was special, the talent level across the board. I think it’s going to continue to elevate the league and take it to greater heights.”

Caitlin Clark is ready for the pressure of being a superstar

Clark enters the WNBA as one of the most successful college baksetball players of all time. She was named AP Player of the Year in 2023 and 2024 and led the Hawkeyes to two consecutive national championship appearances.

Clark also talking about dealing with the added pressure of being a superstar in the WNBA. “I certainly know there’s pressure there,” Clark said. “That’s been my entire career. But for me, I just have fun playing basketball. I know this a team sport, it’s not all about me, it’s not everything I have to do. When I’ve been able to understand that, that’s allowed me to play my best, I think. 

“I think it’s just using your resources, asking questions, knowing not everything is going to be perfect and giving myself a little grace. I’m definitely a perfectionist, but I’m at my best when I allow myself to have a little grace and not expect everything to go exactly as it should, but at the same time that’s what allowed me to be so great.”