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Azzi Fudd praises Caitlin Clark's WNBA performance during debut

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:13 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Azzi Fudd praises Caitlin Clark's WNBA performance during debut

Summary

Azzi Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick by the Dallas Wings in the 2026 WNBA Draft, expressed admiration for Caitlin Clark after her debut. Fudd, recovering from knee surgery, scored her first WNBA basket against Clark during a matchup where the Wings narrowly won 107-104. Clark contributed 20 points but missed a crucial shot at the end. Their competitive history stems from prior college games, further highlighted by Fudd's respectful acknowledgment of Clark's skills in a recent interview.

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By the Numbers

•Azzi Fudd selected first overall by Dallas Wings in 2026 Draft
•Fudd scored her first WNBA basket against Caitlin Clark
•Wings edge past Clark's Indiana Fever 107-104
•Clark tallied 20 points but missed a game-tying three
•Fudd undergoing recovery from knee surgery for the season

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12:13 PMYahoo Sports — No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd drops candid take on Caitlin Clark’s WNBA dominance

What they're saying

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Watching Caitlin Clark dominate the WNBA is one thing, but seeing it through the eyes of top draft pick Azzi Fudd brings a whole new perspective. Selected as the No.
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