Caitlin Clark has never needed a court to command attention - and now she’s proving it on national television.
The former Iowa Hawkeyes phenom and current Indiana Fever star made her broadcasting debut as a special contributor on NBC’s Basketball Night in America, the new pregame show for Sunday night NBA games. And just like she did in college arenas across the country, Clark made an immediate impact - this time with a mic in hand instead of a basketball.
Sharing the set with NBA legends like Carmelo Anthony and Reggie Miller, Clark held her own with ease, blending insight and personality in a way that felt both natural and electric. It didn’t take long for the moment of the night to arrive - and it came from none other than Reggie Miller himself.
“I’m the third-best shooter in the state of Indiana now,” Miller said, smiling as he pointed to Clark and Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton.
That’s right - one of the greatest shooters in NBA history, a man whose name is etched in basketball lore, passed the torch to Clark on national television. And while Clark looked genuinely stunned by the compliment, brushing it off with a humble “I don’t know if that’s true,” the moment said a lot about how far she’s come - and how much respect she’s already earned.
Miller wasn’t just being polite. This is a guy who built his legacy on hitting cold-blooded shots in the biggest moments.
For him to say Clark is ahead of him on Indiana’s all-time shooter list? That’s not just flattery - that’s a statement.
Clark, of course, didn’t let the praise go to her head. She quickly brought Haliburton into the conversation, saying they’d need to get his opinion on the matter. But Miller doubled down: “She’s taking over for me.”
It’s a passing of the torch, and it feels right. Clark’s shooting ability - from deep range, off the dribble, in transition - has been her calling card since her college days. She’s not just a scorer; she’s a shot-maker, the kind who changes defensive game plans the second she crosses half court.
While her on-camera debut was a hit, fans are still eagerly awaiting her return to the hardwood. After dealing with injuries that sidelined her for much of last season, Clark is expected to be back in action for the Indiana Fever this year. The team’s first preseason game is set for April 25 against the New York Liberty, though it remains unclear how much she’ll play in the lead-up to the regular season.
Still, whether she’s lighting it up from beyond the arc or breaking down the game from the studio, one thing is clear: Caitlin Clark is already a force in the basketball world - and she’s just getting started.