Caitlin Clark was pushed back to the center of the basketball world after an unexpected throwback post from the Indiana Fever reignited conversation about her historic rise through the collegiate scene.
The Fever marked the anniversary of Clark becoming the NCAA‘s all-time leading scorer with the Iowa Hawkeyes, but, instead of a polished pro image, they shared a childhood action photo that quickly went viral.
Any content tied to the star guard sparks heavy engagement, and this nostalgic post was no exception across social media and Indiana paired the image with a bold declaration, writing, “THIS IS WHO BECAME THE ALL-TIME NCAA LEADING SCORER.”
“This is who,” the Fever continued in the caption. “Two years ago today, [Caitlin Clark] rewrote the record books and broke Pete Maravich’s 54-year-old record to become the [NCAA] all-time leading scorer.”
Clark broke Pete Maravich’s long-standing NCAA scoring record by surpassing his career total of 3,667 points, which had stood since 1970.
Clark set the new mark during her senior season at University of Iowa in a home game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in February 2024. She entered the night needing 18 points to pass Maravich and reached the milestone in the first half.
She broke the record on a long three-pointer from well beyond the arc – a fitting moment given her reputation for range. The basket pushed her past 3,667 career points, making her the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer (men’s and women’s).
Clark ultimately extended the record well beyond Maravich’s total before finishing her college career, cementing her place atop Division I history. However, she wasn’t overly impressed with the photo.
“I look the exact same lol,” Clark said, as she shared the post on her Instagram Stories, showing off her playful and light-hearted humor.
In her 2024 rookie season, Clark helped the Fever shatter viewership records on ESPN, CBS Sports and NBA TV, confirming her immediate professional impact.
Across two seasons, she has averaged 18.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 8.5 assists and 1.4 steals, numbers that validate the hype surrounding her transition to the pros.
Caitlin Clark weighs in on WNBA Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations
Beyond viral moments, Clark has also attracted attention for how she seldom weighs in on the Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations between the WNBA and the WNBPA, which was supposed to be signed in October 2025.
The league’s unresolved CBA talks now have a new deadline of March 10 and the new WNBA season is beginning to loom large on the horizon, with the prospect of a player strike becoming greater as they seek a deal the feel reflects their value.
But one has to go all the way back to December to find out Clark’s thoughts on the matter, that being the last time she discussed the topic in public.
Back then, she stressed the delicate balance between business realities and preserving momentum during a pivotal commercial surge for the sport.
“I think the most important thing for myself in thinking about these CBA negotiations,” Clark said. “Is like, this is the biggest moment the WNBA has ever seen.
“And it’s not something that can be messed up. And you know, we’re gonna fight for everything we deserve.
“But at the same time, we need to play basketball. That’s what our fans crave, and that’s what all of you crave, as well. You want the product on the floor.
“At the end of the day, that’s how you make your money, that’s how you’re marketable, that’s what the fans get excited about, that’s what the fans want to show up for.
“So it’s business, it’s a negotiation. There has to be compromise on both sides. Obviously, I want to help in any way I can, and try to educate myself the best I can.
“And it’s important that we find a way to play this next season, and I think our fans, even everybody that has played in this league before us, deserve that as well.”
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