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Fans identify Caitlin Clark as the face of the WNBA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 9:30 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Fans identify Caitlin Clark as the face of the WNBA

Summary

Fans have made a clear choice regarding the face of the WNBA, pointing to Caitlin Clark. Despite strong performances from A'ja Wilson, who leads in scoring and is a four-time MVP, and Kelsey Mitchell, who recently set a league record with 21 consecutive games scoring over 20 points, Clark's popularity surged based on social media engagement. A fan highlighted a significant viewership disparity, noting that Clark's video had 192,000 views compared to others with only 13,000. This has sparked conversations among fans about the impact Clark has had on the league's visibility and hype.

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By the Numbers

•Caitlin Clark has amassed significant social media views.
•A'ja Wilson is the current scoring leader in the WNBA.
•Kelsey Mitchell set a record for scoring in consecutive games.
•Fans believe Clark elevates the league's visibility.

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9:30 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Numbers don’t lie’ – Fans make it clear which player is ‘the face’ of the WNBA

What they're saying

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There are several superstars in the WNBA right now, but fans have made it clear who the actual face of the league is. A’ja Wilson has the highest average points of any woman in the division right now and has been named the MVP on a record four occasions.
— Yahoo Sports

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