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Caitlin Clark targets WNBA assist crown in Fever finale against Lynx

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 2:44 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

Caitlin Clark targets WNBA assist crown in Fever finale against Lynx

Summary

Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever aims to claim the WNBA assists-per-game title in the regular-season finale against the Minnesota Lynx on September 25. Currently, she has 330 assists in 39 games, trailing Alyssa Thomas, who has 349 assists in 41 games. Both players average 8.5 assists per game; however, Clark needs to surpass Thomas' performance in their respective final games. The Fever's game tips off at 8 p.m. ET, while Thomas and the Phoenix Mercury face the Las Vegas Aces at 10 p.m. ET, making the assist race particularly competitive.

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By the Numbers

•Caitlin Clark needs a strong performance against Minnesota to secure the assist crown.
•Clark has nine assists in her last game against Minnesota.
•Alyssa Thomas recorded 12 assists in her previous matchup.
•Both players' final games happen on the same night.
•Clark is listed as probable to play on September 25.

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2:44 AMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark Has a Path to WNBA Assist Crown in Fever Finale

What they're saying

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Two games, two elite passers and a surprisingly tight assist race. Clark’s target depends on what Thomas does in Phoenix. The post Caitlin Clark Has a Path to WNBA Assist Crown in Fever Finale appeared first on HEAVY.
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