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[Saba Sports News] Luka Doncic has openly expressed his admiration for Caitlin Clark, aligning himself as a fan of the Iowa basketball prodigy. Speaking to journalists before the Mavericks’ matchup with Golden State, Doncic lavished praise on Clark’s exceptional shooting abilities, comparing her favorably to himself and even dubbing her “the women’s Steph Curry” for her prowess from beyond the arc.
Clark’s reputation as the NCAA’s leading scorer among women is well-earned, with a record of sinking 1,428 three-pointers at a consistent 37.8% success rate throughout her college tenure. Her significant contributions have propelled Iowa into the Final Four of the current NCAA women’s tournament, showcasing her skill with several threes from distances comparable to those of Curry.
While Doncic is celebrated for his ability to make challenging shots, he acknowledges that Clark surpasses him in shooting efficiency, noting his own career-high 38.1% three-point shooting rate this season. The comparison between Clark’s shooting skills and those prevalent in the men’s game will be further explored when she is slated to participate in a shooting contest against an NBA player next year.