🏀 The Caitlin Clark Effect Is Real—And You Can Wager on It 🏀

By Luis October 29, 2024

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At just 22, Caitlin Clark has already cemented her place as one of the most popular female athletes of all time. During her incredible college career with the Iowa Hawkeyes, she became the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer and won National Player of the Year honors twice.

In her last two collegiate seasons alone, Clark proved herself a powerhouse not just on the court but also as a ratings sensation. The 2023 National Championship game featuring Clark and the Hawkeyes drew 9.9 million viewers, and her star power only grew from there. The following year, her Elite Eight matchup against LSU saw 12.3 million viewers, while her Final Four game against UConn shattered records with 14.2 million viewers. When Clark returned to the National Championship game in 2024, 18.9 million viewers tuned in—making it the most-watched basketball game since 2019 and the first NCAA women’s title game to outdraw the men’s.

The Indiana Fever selected Clark with the first overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, the most-watched draft in WNBA history. Over the past few years, Clark has elevated women’s basketball to new heights. Here’s a look at some possible wagers on what Caitlin Clark might do next:

📈 What’s Next for Caitlin Clark?

Here are some of the odds for this market, check the full odds in our entertainment section:

To Get Engaged +100
Clark’s relationship with fellow Iowa alum Connor McCaffery has been public since April 2023. Although they’ve only been dating briefly, fans speculate that an engagement could be on the horizon.
To Split from Connor McCaffery +150
This may seem like a downer, but at +150, bettors have a chance to wager on whether this young love will last. With both being busy and in their early twenties, they may decide to pursue other paths.
To Attend the Golden Globes +300
Clark’s no stranger to the spotlight, and the timing aligns perfectly. With the 82nd Golden Globes scheduled for January, during the WNBA offseason, her appearance isn’t out of the question. Athletes often attend awards shows to stay current and connected with fans.
To Defect to Unrivaled +400
Unrivaled, a new 3×3 women’s basketball league, aims to give players a domestic offseason option instead of going overseas to earn a better wage. The league is reportedly courting Clark with an offer comparable to Inter Miami CF’s historic pitch to Lionel Messi, including partial ownership and revenue sharing. Her presence would be a game-changer for the league, especially after her debut with the Fever broke attendance and TV records.
To Become Pregnant +2500
While this is a longshot, the option is there. Given her career focus, it’s unlikely she’d step away from basketball anytime soon, but with sports, you never know!