Caitlin Clark requires 99 points to surpass the all-time record for points in NCAA history.
Caitlin Clark has the opportunity to establish herself as the greatest college basketball player ever, with four remaining games (Image via The Iowa Hawkeyes/X).
Clark has already solidified her position as one of the most exceptional female college basketball players in NCAA history. Her unprecedented performance came yesterday when she surpassed the women’s all-time scoring record. She received praise from renowned athletes, celebrities, and even her rival, which was well-deserved. With four more regular season games remaining, Clark has the chance to establish herself as the ultimate college basketball player.
Clark’s remarkable points tally currently stands at 3569. The men’s all-time scoring record for points is 3667, held by NBA Hall of Famer . Maravich’s record, established in 1970, still stands today. Clark is 98 points away from equaling Maravich’s record. Considering Clark’s average points per game, it appears likely that she will break the record before the regular season concludes. Becoming the all-time leading scorer, regardless of gender, should be sufficient to earn the title of the greatest ever.
While it is highly probable that Clark will break the scoring record, she aims to solidify her status as the best by winning a championship. Last year, the 22-year-old and the Iowa Hawkeyes fell short in their pursuit of victory against the LSU Tigers. This is not a criticism of Clark, who single-handedly led the Hawkeyes to the NCAA Tournament Finals.
However, Clark acknowledges that securing a championship title would enhance her already illustrious collegiate career. The WNBA has expressed interest in recruiting her for the professional stage, but she still has the option of returning for another year in the event that she fails to secure the trophy this year.
Clark’s points record should not be the sole factor when considering her status as an all-time great. Currently, she ranks fifth all-time in assists with 1018. Achieving the all-time assist record seems challenging this season, as she would need 150 more assists to reach that milestone.
With an average of 8.5 assists per game, Clark would require 15-16 games to break the assist record. If she decides to return next year, she would have a good chance of surpassing the assist record. Additionally, Clark serves as the de facto leader of the Hawkeyes Women’s Basketball team. Her role as a leader, primary scorer, and facilitator for her teammates already sets her apart as the best.
Any doubts regarding her status as the best would be dispelled by her ranking as the all-time leading scorer, as well as her contributions to her teammates’ success along the way.
According to the Source firstsportz.com