The WNBA is poised for a significant increase in viewership with the addition of Caitlin Clark, who will be an instant game changer.
The level of interest in Clark’s performance has been so high that sportsbooks across the country are already posting player prop lists for her season, which means she is offering early betting opportunities. clearly shown.
When purchasing props, it’s best to consider a sportsbook that offers a “yes/no” option.
As a result, we utilize FanDuel and BetRivers for three futures bets that can add value to your portfolio. (All bets require a minimum of 28 games played).
Make at least one 3-pointer in every regular season game (+300, FanDuel)
This is one of those props with a plus price that might be interesting. In his final two years at the University of Iowa (77 games), Clark made at least one 3-point shot in each game.
As a senior, 60 percent (22.7) of her shot attempts came from behind the arc.
Clark should be relieved considering the WNBA’s 3-point line (22 feet, 1.75 inches) is exactly the same as in the women’s college game.
We already know that her range extends to the logo, and given that she’s 6 feet tall, she should have no problem taking shots in a league where the average height for point guards is 5-9. There shouldn’t be.
Average Points Per Game Less than 22.5 (-134, BetRivers)
If Clark averaged 22.5 points in her first year in the league, we might as well give her the MVP award right now.
Based on this prop number, Clark would have finished fourth in scoring behind Jewell Lloyd (24.7 points), Brianna Stewart (23.0 points) and A’ja Wilson (22.8 points).
It’s not just about playing in the W as a rookie and scoring over 22 ppg. It’s worth noting that no first-year player in the WNBA averaged that much.
Minnesota’s Seimone Augustus came closest in 2006, averaging 21.9 points. In 2018, Wilson (20.7 points) became the second rookie in league history to average at least 20 points.
Sportsbooks are well aware of these historical numbers, making the 22.5 number somewhat suspect.
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3-point shots per game: 3.5+ (-120, BetRivers)
I thought about this prop quite a bit before deciding on the smaller unit size. Based on her player profile, there is a good chance Clark has enough volume to exceed this number.
Liberty’s Sabrina Ionescu led the league last season in making 3.6 3-pointers per game and averaging 7.9 3-pointers per game. Clark averaged 13.6 3-pointers as a senior.
She doesn’t have the full responsibility of leading the team, but her quick release and ability to throw catches should translate well to the next level.
Indiana is a team desperate for perimeter shooting after finishing 10th in both attempts (19.8) and field goals (6.7).
Considering these meager numbers, don’t be surprised if Clark gets the green light early and often from Fever head coach Christy Sides.
