Caitlin Clark makes her opinion of Paige Bueckers very clear

Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers went shot-for-shot at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday when the Indiana Fever hosted the Dallas Wings.

The reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year led the Wings with 29 points, six rebounds, six assists and two steals. Arike Ogunbowale contributed 20 points and six rebounds. However, it was not enough, as they still lost by 11 points.

The Fever Big Three went off in this game. Aliyah Boston had 16 points and 10 rebounds. Kelsey Mitchell chipped in with 23 points, two rebounds and two assists.

Clark led the way for the home squad with 29 points, 10 assists, three rebounds and one steal.

Aug 6, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) reacts after making a basket against the Las Vegas Aces.

Caitlin Clark Gives High Praise to Paige Bueckers

Bueckers is the Wings’ leading scorer this season. She’s currently averaging 20.2 points, 4.1 rebounds and 5.8 assists.

Unfortunately, Dallas has lost seven of their last 10 games. They are still above .500 with a record of 20-15. The Wings can still make a push with only nine games remaining in the regular season.

Despite their struggles, Bueckers has been their undisputed leader. She has become their consistent scoring option since joining the squad last season.

Clark praised the Dallas star after their blow-for-blow battle.

“Obviously she’s an incredible player,” the Fever star said. “(It) makes it really hard on us defensively. We tried to throw a lot of different things at her.”

The 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year also pointed out Bueckers’ skill and knowledge of the game.

“Paige is a tremendous player,” Clark mentioned. “She takes what the defense gives her. She doesn’t force anything. She’s smooth. She finds the open teammate. She’s just a really tough guard.”

The Fever will face the Atlanta Dream on Sunday for their next game. Meanwhile, the Wings will travel to the Chase Center to face the Golden State Valkyries on Monday.