A lot of drama and thrill has surrounded the 2024 WNBA season. With Aces’ superstar, A’ja Wilson rightfully and unanimously clinching her MVP award with a whopping 670 points to her tally, some notable names have also made it to the list. Among the many names, you’ll find the Indiana Fever star, Caitlin Clark. She’s been a phenomenal rookie this season, with unreal potential waiting to bloom. She sits 4th on the MVP list with 130 points. Not bad for a first-timer! But there’s another Fever star who made the injury-ridden season for rival Angel Reese even more painful.

Indiana’s seven-year veteran Kelsey Mitchell finished eleventh, securing 6 points. Well, you may say the record isn’t satisfying, but it still sits ahead of rival Angel Reese. The Chicago Sky rookie managed to add 2 points to her tally. However, she and Caitlin Clark’s first years at WNBA have been an interplay of unprecedented power and strategy. But, the battle between Reese and Clark is beyond the game’s perspective. Their long-sided rivalry since their college days has added to the Fever rookie’s commendable feat.

Therefore, many would say that when the list of MVPs showed up, and both stars found their names, there was a bigger smile on Caitlin’s face. Sitting 4th in the first season itself is a huge achievement. Surely, Angel Reese now has a bigger motivation to up her game from the next season onwards! However, one final battle for the top spot awaits. It’s the crown of the best rookie of the 2024 WNBA season that needs a head to settle down. Also, no brownie points for guessing Clark and Reese as the top contenders!

Caitlin Clark vs Angel Reese: Who could win the ROTY Award for the 2024 Season?

The Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark was the first overall pick in the 2024 WNBA drafts. She was tagged as the “generational talent,” thanks to the 46 records she broke left and right in her NCAA days. The Des Moines born became the all-time leading scorer in both the men’s and women’s categories at the college level. And as expected, the “Iowa’s sensation” Clark didn’t fail to deliver for the Fever as well. Therefore, she is one of the top contenders for the Rookie of the Year Award. Meanwhile, her all-time rival, Angel Reese is also in the queue right behind her.

Reese was the 7th overall pick in the 2024 drafts. She too had a brilliant season. However, some might say she is not on par with the point guard. But, with due respect, the former Lady Tiger is just second in line for the ROTY award. With an average of 13.6 points, the LSU alumnus has done a great job of keeping up with her reputation as one of the best rookie picks of the season. Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark tops the list and is the unanimous favorite of the crowd. A whopping 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and a league-high 8.4 assists per game simply explain why the 22YO is leading the show.

Meanwhile, Reese has silenced the doubters who questioned whether her college game would translate to the professional level. She has made WNBA history by recording a double-double in 15 straight games so far this season. But, she might miss out on clinching the accolade thanks to her season-ending ankle injury. At the same time, CC had also been among the top names for the MVP race as well, while Reese was not even in the conversations for many.

Caitlin Clark has proven herself alongside her Fever teammate, Kelsey Mitchell. The No. 0 shooting guard, a seasoned player with seven years in the league, excels as one of the top three-point shooters, boasting a 40.2% efficiency. Her skills have helped elevate rookie Clark’s game. Together, they form a dynamic backcourt duo in the WNBA. This partnership has positioned Clark as the frontrunner for the Rookie of the Year award. However, the announcements await. We too are excited to know who would become the best rookie for the year. Could it be Caitlin? Or is an element of surprise (named Angel Reese) waiting for us?