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Caitlin Clark named to All-WNBA First Team amid criticism

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 25, 2026, 6:49 PM

Last updated Oct 25, 2026

Caitlin Clark named to All-WNBA First Team amid criticism

Summary

Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever was selected for the All-WNBA First Team for the second time on October 25, 2026. Despite her significant contributions, including 891 points and 333 assists in the season, some analysts argue her performance did not merit the honor. Sportswriter Chuck Modiano criticized her selection, stating that Clark's statistics, including a league-high 183 turnovers, did not compare favorably to her peers. The All-WNBA team announcement coincided with the ongoing WNBA Finals, adding context to the debate surrounding player recognition in the league.

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Status Watch

•Caitlin Clark made All-WNBA First Team for second time
•Finished with 891 points and 333 assists in 2026
•Critics cite her turnovers and win share rankings
•Announcement came before Game 4 of WNBA Finals
•Clark's historic season stats draw mixed reactions

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6:49 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Not a top 5 player’: Analyst calls Caitlin Clark ‘a media popularity pick’ for All-WNBA team

What they're saying

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Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was named to the All-WNBA First Team on Saturday, earning the honor for the second time in her three seasons in the league. But not everyone believes she deserved it. One sportswriter is arguing that Clark’s numbers don’t stack up with the rest of the First Team, pointing to her…
— Yahoo Sports

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