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Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell emerge as WNBA MVP candidates

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 9:37 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell emerge as WNBA MVP candidates

Summary

Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever are being discussed as MVP candidates for the WNBA season. Candace Parker and Aliyah Boston have publicly recognized Mitchell for her performance, while fans debate Clark's inclusion. Mitchell is noted for a remarkable scoring streak and currently ranks second in the league in points per game. Clark, recognized for her playmaking ability and assists, is performing at a high level too. Analysts believe both players have strong cases for the MVP recognition this season.

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By the Numbers

•Mitchell maintains a 19-game streak of scoring 20-plus points.
•Clark ranks No. 1 in assists and No. 3 in scoring this season.
•Both players contribute significantly to the Fever's strong showing.
•Parker and Boston have publicly endorsed Mitchell as an MVP candidate.
•Fans are divided on who should be the Fever's top MVP candidate.

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9:37 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark or Kelsey Mitchell: Which Fever player is a WNBA MVP candidate?

What they're saying

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Following Aliyah Boston and Candace Parker naming Kelsey Mitchell an MVP candidate, we broke down the debate against teammate Caitlin Clark.
— Yahoo Sports

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