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Caitlin Clark's big deal vs. Fever rookie's modest outfit—what does this say about sports endorsements?

Indiana’s star rookie, Caitlin Clark, delivered another emphatic performance tonight. A fifth straight double-double comprising 20 points and 13 assists helped the hosts topple the Phoenix Mercury for the second time this season. While she was at her dazzling best on the court for yet another night, the story was completely different off it. This is instead of the fact that some celebrations were in order a day after her Hy-Vee exclusive trading cards with $3 billion worth Panini America hit the market.

The tunnel walks of Caitlin Clark at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse have the tendency to steal the show more often than not. This was the case in the rookie’s historic face-off against the New York Liberty where she donned a $5450 Gucci look. However, things took a contrasting turn when she decided to limit her apparel choices to just under $700.

The NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer dressed up for the occasion by pairing black Brie Cotton Cargo Pants with a Dean Compact Knit top of the same color. The total worth of this combination is estimated to be around $570. In addition to this, Nike’s ‘Air Force 1 ‘07 Next Nature SE Sneaker, which can be available at a sale amount of $90, turned out to be her footwear for the evening.

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This look may come as a surprise to many given that Caitlin Clark recently became the first female athlete to sign an exclusive multiyear collaboration with Panini America. According to its terms, the 6-foot-guard is promised more than $1 million in the inaugural year of the partnership. Anyhow, this wasn’t the case for Caitlin Clark the last time these two teams came face to face.

Caitlin Clark slayed in Phoenix, Arizona

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The previous encounter between the Mercury and the Fever took place at the end of June. That time, the 2× USBWA National Player of the Year was in a Veronica Beard Claridge Blazer Dress which had a price tag of $498. She flaunted it with a Strathberry Crescent shoulder bag in a Vanilla/Diamond, which cost around $556.50 on sale.

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Further, a glamorous pair of Stuart Weitzman penny loafers took center stage as her footwear option. These Parker Lift Loafers in Lacquered Nappa Leather/Seashell Tonal are priced at $450.

There is no denying that Caitlin Clark can turn anything into gold as soon as she touches it. The fact that she chooses to remain simple in spite of such a flashy lifestyle is truly a commendable quality. The thrilling part of all this for her fans is that she lets her game do all the talking.

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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.