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Caitlin Clark's Debut in the WNBA: Struggles and Triumphs

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Find out how Caitlin Clark fared in her WNBA debut amidst turnovers and a blowout loss!

Caitlin Clark, the rising basketball star, recently made her WNBA debut with the Indiana Fever against the Connecticut Sun. Despite early struggles and a record-breaking 10 turnovers, Clark managed to finish with an impressive 20 points. The game showcased her talent and determination as she navigated through the Sun's tough defense.

The atmosphere was electric as fans flooded the stands at Mohegan Sun Arena to witness Clark's first regular-season game in the WNBA. Her presence on the court against the Connecticut Sun, albeit in a losing effort, drew attention and anticipation for her future performances.

Despite the blowout loss, Bevy's Tavern in West Des Moines plans to host watch parties for all Indiana Fever games, showing the increasing interest in Clark's journey in the WNBA. Her debut, though not without flaws, left fans excited for more.

In a mix of excitement and nerves, Caitlin Clark faced the challenge of transitioning to the professional league. Her debut performance, a blend of highs and lows, sets the stage for her development and growth in the WNBA.

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Caitlin Clark just made her WNBA debut. Here's how she and her ... (CBS News)

Caitlin Clark struggled early in her WNBA debutโ€‹ before finishing with 20 points and 10 turnovers as the Indiana Fever fell to the Connecticut Sun 92-71.

Caitlin Clark plays her first regular season game in the WNBA (NPR)

The WNBA season tipped off Tuesday night, and the marquee game was in Connecticut as the Sun took on the Indiana Fever and their new star: Caitlin Clark.

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Clark set the Indiana Fever's franchise record for turnovers (10), shot 5-of-15 from the floor and struggled with the Connecticut Sun's physical defense.

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Fans flood the stands for Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut (The Straits Times)

Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever drives against DiJonai Carrington of the Connecticut Sun during the fourth quarter at Mohegan Sun Arena. PHOTO: AFP.

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How many points did Caitlin Clark score? What No. 1 pick did in ... (USA TODAY)

Caitlin Clark made her official WNBA debut Tuesday night in the Indiana Fever's game against the Connecticut Sun. So, how did she do?

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Fans watch at West Des Moines bar as Caitlin Clark makes WNBA ... (KCCI Des Moines)

Bevy's Tavern said they plan to host watch parties for every Indiana Fever game this season.

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For Caitlin Clark, an ugly stat sheet, a blowout loss and a WNBA ... (The Washington Post)

Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut was a tonic to the billowing anticipation, filled with some un-Caitlin like moments.

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Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut dwarfs betting on last year's clinching ... (Yahoo! Maktoob News)

Caitlin Clark's much-anticipated WNBA debut produced record betting, far larger than the amount of money wagered on last year's clinching game for the ...

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Caitlin Clark's Debut Gives WNBA Best Season Opener in 23 Years (Sportico.com)

All eyes were on Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever as the WNBA's nationally televised opener held its own against crucial NBA, NHL playoff games.

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Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut dwarfs betting on last year's clinching ... (KCCI Des Moines)

Caitlin Clark's much-anticipated WNBA debut๏ปฟ produced record betting, far larger than the amount of money wagered on last year's clinching game for the ...

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Caitlin Clark's pro debut is most-watched WNBA game in ESPN ... (NBC News)

More than 2 million people tuned in to see Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut Tuesday, making it the most-watched game in the league's history across the ESPN ...

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Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever have best WNBA TV viewership in 23 ... (The Indianapolis Star)

The Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark struggled, but basketball fans still want to see her WNBA debut.

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Caitlin Clark's debut draws largest WNBA audience in two decades ... (CNN)

The Caitlin Clark era in the WNBA kicked off in a big way Tuesday night. The season opener between the Indiana Fever and Connecticut Sun drew an average of ...

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Caitlin Clark, Fever move past tough opener, host Liberty (Reuters)

Caitlin Clark will look to put her less-than-spectacular WNBA debut in her rearview mirror on Thursday night when the Indiana Fever host the New York ...

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Caitlin Clark makes her Indiana Fever home debut Thursday. Here's ... (Scores & Odds Hub)

Caitlin Clark's success has driven increased ticket sales and prices for WNBA games, but tickets still remain for her home debut Thursday.

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Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark plays against Liberty in NYC on ... (CBS New York)

WNBA rookie sensation Caitlin Clark is playing against the Liberty at Brooklyn's Barclays Center on Saturday.

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Caitlin Clark prepares for Indiana's regular season home opener (KCRG)

After an up-and-down ...

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Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut helps ESPN set viewership record for ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

ESPN's broadcast of the Connecticut Sun's game against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever had the highest viewership for a WNBA game on the network.

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Caitlin Clark's debut drew an ESPN record 2.1 million viewers in ... (Yahoo Sports)

Caitlin Clark has set yet another viewership record just one game into her WNBA career.

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