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Caitlin Clark's $5,450 outfit—Is it a statement of success or just unnecessary extravagance?

The rookie season of Caitlin Clark just keeps setting new benchmarks. On her quest to solidify all the hype, the the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer went past another stunning milestone in the Indiana Fever’s 83-78 victory over last year’s WNBA Finalists the New York Liberty. Anyhow, before becoming the first rookie in WNBA history to record a triple-double, the 6-foot-guard managed to headline the tunnel walk at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

What do iconic global brands like Prada, Gucci, and Fendi have in common? Well, all these brands have had the opportunity to be part of the pre-game ensemble for one of the greatest collegiate players of all time, Caitlin Clark. And for yet another time, she decided to suit up as per the occasion’s demands. To be more precise, a sharp, subtly monogrammed Gucci GG Wool Jacquard Jacket worth $3800 was the eye-catching apparel for the night. This was paired with a $1650 GG Wool Jacquard Trousers having the same Camel shade.

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In addition to this, before she could don a white Kobe 5 Protro Bruce Lee on hardwood, she slayed a black Stuart 100 Strap Pump in Patent Leather material. These heels cost around $475. Apparently, she owns 4 pairs of the Stuart 100 Strap Pump all in different colors. Following this, there was no stopping her as the jam-packed arena witnessed a monumental feat unveiled in front of their eyes.

Caitlin Clark keeps re-writing the record books

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A very first triple-double by any WNBA rookie finally had the name of Caitlin Clark on Saturday. Helping the Fever end their 9-game winless drought against the Liberty, Clark posted 19 points, dished out 13 assists, and grabbed 12 rebounds in her total 38 minutes. Moreover, she was 7 of 17 from the field and connected on 3 of 12 beyond-the-arc shots, with all of them coming in the opening quarter itself.

The historic moment transpired in the penultimate quarter with 7:07 still remaining with her 10th rebound. On top of that, it was made more memorable by a standing ovation from the 17,274 in attendance at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. “Obviously, it’s really cool,” Clark reflected on her accomplishment post-game. “My teammates have been finishing the ball really, really at a high rate. My assist numbers … that’s because of them.” This exhibition also makes Clark the youngest and the first player to reach such heights in her franchise’s history.

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Caitlin Clark's $5,450 outfit—Is it a statement of success or just unnecessary extravagance?

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The rookie season just keeps getting better and better for the former Iowa standout. Further, the previous night’s performance put more weight on her contention for this year’s WNBA Rookie Of The Year accolade. How will that trajectory span out for her in the upcoming days? Only time will tell.

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Stay tuned for more such updates. And to follow what Shaq’s ex-agent, Leonard Armato, has to say about the infamous Shaq-Kobe feud, Caitlin Clark’s Olympic snub, and more, watch this video.