WNBA MVP Race Shifts as Clark Injured, Rivals McBride, Collier Lead

Rhyne Howard of the Atlanta Dream tied the WNBA record by making nine 3-pointers in a single game, scoring 36 points in an 88-70 win over the Chicago Sky. Meanwhile, Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has been sidelined for five games due to a quadriceps injury but is expected to return soon. During her absence, Kayla McBride of the Minnesota Lynx has surged as a top three-point shooter and MVP contender, while Napheesa Collier has overtaken Clark as the leading MVP favorite. Despite Clark's injury struggles, WNBA legend Lauren Jackson has praised her intensity, vision, and skill, calling her an impressive athlete with unparalleled court awareness. Brittney Griner also made headlines by moving to second place on the WNBA's all-time blocks list. Clark’s return is highly anticipated as she aims to regain her form and impact in the MVP race.