AP names Caitlin Clark Rookie of the Year, WNBA crowns A’ja Wilson MVP

WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and A’ja Wilson have been named the Associated Press Rookie of the Year and the league’s Player of the Year, respectively. Clark set records for points and assists by a rookie in a single season, making her debut for the Indiana Fever in May. She will be making her first playoff appearance on Sunday. Wilson, on the other hand, became the fourth player in WNBA history to win Player of the Year three times and was the first player to score 1,000 points in a season. She also played for Team USA in the Olympics, helping them secure a win against Japan. Wilson, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and WNBA champion, expressed her gratitude for the award, while Clark credited her teammates and coaches for her success. Clark, a two-time collegiate national player of the year and college basketball’s all-time leading scorer, has received unprecedented attention and recognition in the world of women’s basketball. Both players have showcased their talent and dedication on and off the court, solidifying their places as two of the top stars in the WNBA.

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