The Indiana Fever improved to 16-16 with a 100-81 win over the Chicago Sky on Friday. Caitlin Clark had an impressive game of 31 points, 12 assists and 4 rebounds. Kelsey Mitchell had 23 points. Indiana made 13 of its 29 attempts from long distance.

Connecticut will clash with rookie phenom Caitlin Clark and the Fever in the first round of the WNBA playoffs.

Allen's recognition of Clark and Reese's significant influence highlights the rookie class's role in enhancing the WNBA's prominence and audience involvement. The rookies have sparked conversations ranging from their gameplay to cultural impact, captivating fans similarly to the legendary NBA rivalry between Larry Bird and Magic Johnson.