Emerging talent Caitlin Clark and the reigning 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year, Aliyah Boston, were recently spotted practicing together on the court in preparation for the upcoming 2024 WNBA preseason.
With the training camp slated to commence on April 28 and the preseason games kicking off on May 3, excitement is palpable throughout the league. Fans have been eagerly anticipating the collaboration between Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston, given the buzz surrounding Clark’s entry into the league.
Recognizing the potential of this dynamic duo, the WNBA has scheduled a record-high 36 out of the team’s 40 games for television coverage. A sneak peek of Clark and Boston training together was shared in a video released by the Indiana Fever ahead of the preseason.
Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark putting in work together for the first time 🤝
pic.twitter.com/U8cEeAUv8u— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) April 24, 2024
Observant fans have already pointed out that once these two master the pick-and-roll strategy, they will become an unstoppable force. With Boston’s dominance in the paint and Clark’s skillful playmaking, they appear poised to make a significant impact on the league.
After finishing 10th last season with a 13-27 record and missing the playoffs, the Indiana Fever, now bolstered by Clark’s presence, have sparked curiosity among fans about their performance this time around.
The WNBA’s website outlines key dates for the 2023-24 season, with training camps starting on April 28, followed by preseason games from May 3 to May 12, and final roster cuts on May 13. The regular season will commence on May 14, with the All-Star Break scheduled for July 18-21 and playoffs beginning on September 22.
Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston will make their preseason debut against the Dallas Wings on May 3, followed by a matchup against the Atlanta Dream on May 10. Their focus will then shift to the regular season opener against the Connecticut Sun on May 14.
The impact of Caitlin Clark’s arrival, dubbed as “The Caitlin Clark Effect,” is already evident. With the majority of the Fever’s games set for national broadcast and rising ticket prices, Clark’s influence is undeniable even before her WNBA debut.
Reports prior to the WNBA draft hinted at an increase in season ticket prices, and tickets for games like the Fever vs. Mystics on June 7 sold out within 30 minutes, indicating the growing excitement surrounding Clark’s debut season.
Although Caitlin Clark is yet to step onto the WNBA court, her presence is already generating significant buzz, showcasing the impact of the University of Iowa alum on the league.
