Caitlin Clark named WNBA Rookie of the Year

What she's saying: "I am incredibly honored to be named Rookie of the Year, but more than that, I am grateful to everyone that supported me throughout this past season," Clark said in a statement. "I am so proud of what we accomplished and so excited for what the future holds."

The intrigue: While Clark getting the honor was expected, it wasn't unanimous.

• Clark received 66 votes from a national panel of 67 sportswriters and broadcasters. Her rival since college, Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese, received one vote.

By the numbers: Clark set WNBA single-season record in 2024 with 337 assists. She also:

• Established WNBA single-season rookie records of 769 points and 122 three-pointers made.
• Led the league in three-pointers made and finished six behind the WNBA single-season record of 128 set by New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu in 2023.
• Recorded the first two triple-doubles by a rookie in WNBA history.
• Set a WNBA single-game record with 19 assists, and became the first rookie to have at least 30 points and 10 assists in a game.