I think her communication skills are Extraordinary. Her knowledge of the game, her ability to communicate with players and manipulate them into position, that’s the sign of a true point guard. She is averaging 31 points, a game, A GAME. I’m pretty sure it’s not her defense anyone should be worried about.
When I saw her play in person, this was the #1 thing I noticed. She runs literally everything. Even on defense, while she herself might not be an amazing defender, she was directing everything and making sure everyone was in position. I see why it’d be tempting to play her at the 2 at the next level but I hope she stays a PG for this reason Also the way she talks about the fame shows how high IQ she is, like she clearly just thinks it at such a high level
My Caitlin Clark draft scouting report: Caitlin Clark will be one of the greatest players of all time in the WNBA, and a good chance of being the GOAT. She's that good. Drafting anybody ahead of her is lunacy.
I’ve definitely felt this, especially around the rim I feel like I’ve seen her potentially in the position to make a block but hesitate bc she’s afraid of fouling, which she obviously can’t afford to do
Caitlin definitely is often assigned easier players to guard, on the wing, basically out of the way, to keep her out of foul trouble. She's so important on offense that she can't be like Cam Brink, who is always in foul trouble, but can be replaced by Kiki Iriafen or Lauren Betts last year, where Stanford could still function. If Clark were to get 30 minutes a game instead of 36+ in big games, Iowa's chances would diminish a lot. Her ability to stay out of foul trouble and still get significant steals is another sign of her huge value.
On her defense,you said her help defense on drives were not good when that's one of the places she has actually improved.You also failed to mention she averages close to 2 steals per game due to her ability intercept passes.Funnily enough?,even though this year she has to carry more of a load than ever before,her defensive rating is the highest it's ever been.I truly believe that her defense will improve when her lead on offense isn't as huge in the next level😊
Appreciate the feedback! I’d say she was a slightly better defender last season, but I can see how you view it otherwise. Also as a counterpoint on the steals, it’s inflated by a 7-steal game against Drake and I think her steals are a lot of times ‘right place at the right time’ rather than making an impact defensive play.
It's splitting hairs, but I've focused on her defense more this year just because of the conversation around it. I think there are plenty of instances where she has proven she can move her feet, cut off drives and recover. Is she an elite defender... no. However, as you indicated in the analysis, I think she has proven the ability to guard. Iowa runs a lot of junk defense and, in part (as you noted), creates circumstances where Clark doesn't have to max energy on both sides of the court for 34-40 minutes.@@HunterCruse14
@@HunterCruse14 she did have more help offensively last season, which gave her more energy on defense, and conversely has better defenders this year so perhaps feels she can rest a bit more. I do think some of her steals are right place right time for sure but she’s also very good at reading passing lanes
For a point guard, Caitlin Clark is a great rebounder. That why Caitlin Clark gets alot triple doubles. Caitlin Clark herself said she won't have the ball in her hands all the times. That why she said she want get better playing off the ball. Each year Caitlin Clark get better and better. Caitlin Clark really most compete all around female basketball player ever . No other female basketball player can shoot from half court like Caitlin Clark. Also Caitlin Clark share the basket ball by involved her teammates into making points in the games. That why Caitlin Clark lead the country in assist. If Caitlin Clark wanted too. Caitlin Clark could average 50 points a game. Caitlin Clark is that good. It that Caitlin Clark really a unselfish player that want get her teammates involved in making points.
even in today's game, averaging 8 assists is unheard of now. in the men's ranks, aau, upper division HS and higher, the leading pg's are considered studs averaging 6 and borderline 5 is an indication of a good passer.
What she'll bring to a team financially alone before evaluating her as a player is more than enough to take her #1. Her games 4-7x WNBA viewership, 81% increase in ticket sales(Womens NCAA is up 46%), 120% increase in ticket prices, etc. She also just happens to be probably the best efficient volume scoring guard to come out of college that also happens to be 6ft tall. She'll be both an amazing asset finnacially and on the court.
Watching this many months later. So enjoyed this, as well as the many comments here that can be contrasted with the "reality" that has been Caitlin in the W. It has been a great ride so far.
I've noticed her jumpers long distance is all to her left and no one mentions that. S. Carolina in the last 3 quarters forced her to her right and she had major trouble scoring. She shoots from left to right, but no one mentions that. It's hard to go from left to right in form shooting when you're going to your right. Watch that and notice the results.
Yes I completely agree. This is the first thing I noticed watching her highlights after all the hype. This is a huge flaw with her shooting form. She probably learned to shoot this way to generate enough power with consistency when shooting 3s. Even when she dribbles right and does a step back, she has to take one dribble to the left to shoot. She needs to work on this asap or teams will learn how to guard her
Your analysis is very good, thorough and knowledge of her stats excellent. The clips are very enjoyable. Your delivery is enthusiastic and it held my attention. I learned a lot more about KC. I highly recommend you change your background and create a pleasant environment. Take the bed out of the frame! Good Luck!
Opposing teams need to be concerned with Clark's offense and how they might slow her down. There are few high scorers in basketball history who were also outstanding defensively. Even so, the advanced statistics show her defense was poor her first year but has improved since then. So has her offense, for that matter, which should scare potential opponents.
She will be like MAGIC. Taller than the guard, guarding her. Like BIRD, as she can and will make you pay, via the shot selection, and playmaking. Like STEPH, with the Gravity.. She is gonna open up the game, for whatever team she joins. IF she is the #2 option, that is SCARY!!!!! IE non-point guard.. I AM READY TO SEE a female steph, just running alllllll over the court, causing carnage.
Ashley Joens from Iowa was drafted by the WNBA last year. They even put her video on the RUclips channel. A few years later she was waived. I wonder how may of this year draft will be waived.
Good question, probably a decent amount, sadly. However, there were a number of players who were waived by their drafted team and signed somewhere else on a hardship contract or regular deal -- Joens included
Just started watching her but her glaring flaw off the bat - She can’t shoot 3s off the dribble when going to her right because of her shooting form. Im guessing it’s because she can’t get enough power off. She needs to bring the ball up low from her left side to generate enough power to shoot 3s. She needs to somehow fix this or players will learn how to guard her
You were spot on because that’s exactly what the better WNBA teams are doing-pushing her right! Her ball-handling is very suspect when defended by smaller quicker players. She is having great difficulty against Tier 1 (starters) so far. I think if she gets stronger and works on her limitations Caitlin will be an all-star but the expectations are overwhelming playing for a bad team.
Do you actually mean that Caitlin just might get to be one of those Highly Honored "No Guaranteed Contract" WNBA Draft Picks......You know, the one where she can be CUT 15 minutes after she signs and won't even get Cab Fare To The Bus Station? WOW, What an Honor. Caitlin's Extremely Talented "Secundo", Monica Czinano(Sic) got one of those "Honored Picks"...She sat on the bench for a Month Or So....Played Mere Minutes.........Then Was Summarily CUT! Tell Me All Over Again, Why Being "Drafted" by the WNBA is such a Fantastic Honor, And To Be Cherished....... Word is Monica is Playing Overseas........Guess they're not as good "Over There" as the(Same) Legends that have been playing in the WNBA for Years, Years and Years, huh? But Wait....Don't the Ball Geniuses of the WNBA play Overseas too, in the off season, because their Pay is So Paltry they can't live on it year round???? Who Knew, huh? Guess they can't Spend or Eat those Draft Certificates....Another Shock! I Hope that, in One Way Or Another, Caitlin makes the WNBA get off their asses and Do something about the "Good Old Girls Network" of the WNBA, both on the Court and in the Board Rooms......That Have Run That League Into The Ground, With Their "Agenda" and Other Nonsense, rather than Actually GROWING Women's Basketball into a Viable and Enjoyable Sport. I love Women's College B-Ball, simply for the Science that it displays and the Talent Of The Players.......Whichever College Team that Wins the National Title for 2024 can Kick The Crap out of Any WNBA Team.....Hands Down! That Bunch of Tatted Up, Lumbering Divas, Don't Stand A Chance, if the Refs are Fair Follow The Real Money, Baby Girl, You Only Get One Shot at this
From Indiana, we would love to have her Hope she stays another year at Iowa. I don't look forward to seeing all the racism headed her way. Hope someone offers her something that involves the wnba
Appreciate the feedback! Uploaded another scouting report on Kamilla Cardoso & tried to work on slowing down my speech a bit there. Let me know what you think
basketball iq, court vision, long range and cross upping are what stand out to me. she's got seemingly everything except one thing i just have as the biggest question mark- ability to take it to the rim, what do you think?
The WNBA as a whole and Indiana coach team better build around Caitlin Clark on her first year. If they decide to haze her, the WNBA will lose its opportunity to have eyes on them.
Caitlin got near fouled out in final last year. If she is i. Foul trouble, thats dangerous for Iowa. I would argue that Bludder is specifically keeping her out of those high risk defensive situations.
IF I owned a NBA team I would ask to talk to her, see if she'd be interested... the way the rules in the NBA are, she can't be touched and she can sink a bucket in L.A. From Maine... If she could put up 18 a game, and can't be touched? Money...
what happens to kate martin she is a goog player thear is at leased four are real good players one player is good like caitlin clark because she is playing with real good players like molly davis /kate martin/ stuelk i hope they make to W N B A am a mail mens games ARE bouring GOOD LUCKTO THE FOR?
Is Clark going to give up all of her NIL money next year to play in this train wreck league? I'll watch Clark play in college. After that not interested.
41% on 25-30 ft jumpers is truly just insane I can't believe that stat is real
The majority of those shots are with a hand in her face.
Curry numbers
@@Fyfh8this the woman who should have competed against curry in the 3 pt shootout
I think her communication skills are Extraordinary. Her knowledge of the game, her ability to communicate with players and manipulate them into position, that’s the sign of a true point guard. She is averaging 31 points, a game, A GAME. I’m pretty sure it’s not her defense anyone should be worried about.
When I saw her play in person, this was the #1 thing I noticed. She runs literally everything. Even on defense, while she herself might not be an amazing defender, she was directing everything and making sure everyone was in position. I see why it’d be tempting to play her at the 2 at the next level but I hope she stays a PG for this reason
Also the way she talks about the fame shows how high IQ she is, like she clearly just thinks it at such a high level
My Caitlin Clark draft scouting report: Caitlin Clark will be one of the greatest players of all time in the WNBA, and a good chance of being the GOAT. She's that good. Drafting anybody ahead of her is lunacy.
Is there any way to see live footage of Caitlin Clark working with aliyah Boston on the Olympic team?
Her lack of defense probably lends itself to keeping her clear of serious foul trouble.
Also a good point!
I’ve definitely felt this, especially around the rim I feel like I’ve seen her potentially in the position to make a block but hesitate bc she’s afraid of fouling, which she obviously can’t afford to do
Caitlin definitely is often assigned easier players to guard, on the wing, basically out of the way, to keep her out of foul trouble.
She's so important on offense that she can't be like Cam Brink, who is always in foul trouble, but can be replaced by Kiki Iriafen or Lauren Betts last year, where Stanford could still function. If Clark were to get 30 minutes a game instead of 36+ in big games, Iowa's chances would diminish a lot. Her ability to stay out of foul trouble and still get significant steals is another sign of her huge value.
She can defense if she wanted to
@@mariettedorobis6967Might want to look up how many triple doubles she has.
keep up the good work dude
I always figured her defense is low because it's her only break she can have to breathe haha
On her defense,you said her help defense on drives were not good when that's one of the places she has actually improved.You also failed to mention she averages close to 2 steals per game due to her ability intercept passes.Funnily enough?,even though this year she has to carry more of a load than ever before,her defensive rating is the highest it's ever been.I truly believe that her defense will improve when her lead on offense isn't as huge in the next level😊
Appreciate the feedback! I’d say she was a slightly better defender last season, but I can see how you view it otherwise. Also as a counterpoint on the steals, it’s inflated by a 7-steal game against Drake and I think her steals are a lot of times ‘right place at the right time’ rather than making an impact defensive play.
It's splitting hairs, but I've focused on her defense more this year just because of the conversation around it. I think there are plenty of instances where she has proven she can move her feet, cut off drives and recover. Is she an elite defender... no. However, as you indicated in the analysis, I think she has proven the ability to guard. Iowa runs a lot of junk defense and, in part (as you noted), creates circumstances where Clark doesn't have to max energy on both sides of the court for 34-40 minutes.@@HunterCruse14
@@HunterCruse14 she did have more help offensively last season, which gave her more energy on defense, and conversely has better defenders this year so perhaps feels she can rest a bit more. I do think some of her steals are right place right time for sure but she’s also very good at reading passing lanes
For a point guard, Caitlin Clark is a great rebounder. That why Caitlin Clark gets alot triple doubles. Caitlin Clark herself said she won't have the ball in her hands all the times. That why she said she want get better playing off the ball. Each year Caitlin Clark get better and better. Caitlin Clark really most compete all around female basketball player ever . No other female basketball player can shoot from half court like Caitlin Clark. Also Caitlin Clark share the basket ball by involved her teammates into making points in the games. That why Caitlin Clark lead the country in assist. If Caitlin Clark wanted too. Caitlin Clark could average 50 points a game. Caitlin Clark is that good. It that Caitlin Clark really a unselfish player that want get her teammates involved in making points.
even in today's game, averaging 8 assists is unheard of now. in the men's ranks, aau, upper division HS and higher, the leading pg's are considered studs averaging 6 and borderline 5 is an indication of a good passer.
Can’t wait to see her in WNBA
What she'll bring to a team financially alone before evaluating her as a player is more than enough to take her #1. Her games 4-7x WNBA viewership, 81% increase in ticket sales(Womens NCAA is up 46%), 120% increase in ticket prices, etc. She also just happens to be probably the best efficient volume scoring guard to come out of college that also happens to be 6ft tall. She'll be both an amazing asset finnacially and on the court.
Watching this many months later. So enjoyed this, as well as the many comments here that can be contrasted with the "reality" that has been Caitlin in the W. It has been a great ride so far.
I've noticed her jumpers long distance is all to her left and no one mentions that. S. Carolina in the last 3 quarters forced her to her right and she had major trouble scoring. She shoots from left to right, but no one mentions that. It's hard to go from left to right in form shooting when you're going to your right. Watch that and notice the results.
Yes I completely agree. This is the first thing I noticed watching her highlights after all the hype. This is a huge flaw with her shooting form. She probably learned to shoot this way to generate enough power with consistency when shooting 3s. Even when she dribbles right and does a step back, she has to take one dribble to the left to shoot. She needs to work on this asap or teams will learn how to guard her
Your analysis is very good, thorough and knowledge of her stats excellent. The clips are very enjoyable. Your delivery is enthusiastic and it held my attention. I learned a lot more about KC. I highly recommend you change your background and create a pleasant environment. Take the bed out of the frame! Good Luck!
Opposing teams need to be concerned with Clark's offense and how they might slow her down. There are few high scorers in basketball history who were also outstanding defensively. Even so, the advanced statistics show her defense was poor her first year but has improved since then. So has her offense, for that matter, which should scare potential opponents.
She will be like MAGIC. Taller than the guard, guarding her. Like BIRD, as she can and will make you pay, via the shot selection, and playmaking. Like STEPH, with the Gravity.. She is gonna open up the game, for whatever team she joins.
IF she is the #2 option, that is SCARY!!!!! IE non-point guard..
I AM READY TO SEE a female steph, just running alllllll over the court, causing carnage.
I am all about Cameron Brink, and Stanford winning another National Championship.
Ashley Joens from Iowa was drafted by the WNBA last year. They even put her video on the RUclips channel. A few years later she was waived.
I wonder how may of this year draft will be waived.
Good question, probably a decent amount, sadly. However, there were a number of players who were waived by their drafted team and signed somewhere else on a hardship contract or regular deal -- Joens included
Just started watching her but her glaring flaw off the bat - She can’t shoot 3s off the dribble when going to her right because of her shooting form. Im guessing it’s because she can’t get enough power off. She needs to bring the ball up low from her left side to generate enough power to shoot 3s. She needs to somehow fix this or players will learn how to guard her
You were spot on because that’s exactly what the better WNBA teams are doing-pushing her right! Her ball-handling is very suspect when defended by smaller quicker players. She is having great difficulty against Tier 1 (starters) so far. I think if she gets stronger and works on her limitations Caitlin will be an all-star but the expectations are overwhelming playing for a bad team.
Hunter,i come to the future. Caitlin is fine in WNBA for her rookie season... Fine 😂😂
Do you actually mean that Caitlin just might get to be one of those Highly Honored "No Guaranteed Contract" WNBA Draft Picks......You know, the one where she can be CUT 15 minutes after she signs and won't even get Cab Fare To The Bus Station? WOW, What an Honor. Caitlin's Extremely Talented "Secundo", Monica Czinano(Sic) got one of those "Honored Picks"...She sat on the bench for a Month Or So....Played Mere Minutes.........Then Was Summarily CUT!
Tell Me All Over Again, Why Being "Drafted" by the WNBA is such a Fantastic Honor, And To Be Cherished.......
Word is Monica is Playing Overseas........Guess they're not as good "Over There" as the(Same) Legends that have been playing in the WNBA for Years, Years and Years, huh? But Wait....Don't the Ball Geniuses of the WNBA play Overseas too, in the off season, because their Pay is So Paltry they can't live on it year round???? Who Knew, huh?
Guess they can't Spend or Eat those Draft Certificates....Another Shock!
I Hope that, in One Way Or Another, Caitlin makes the WNBA get off their asses and Do something about the "Good Old Girls Network" of the WNBA, both on the Court and in the Board Rooms......That Have Run That League Into The Ground, With Their "Agenda" and Other Nonsense, rather than Actually GROWING Women's Basketball into a Viable and Enjoyable Sport. I love Women's College B-Ball, simply for the Science that it displays and the Talent Of The Players.......Whichever College Team that Wins the National Title for 2024 can Kick The Crap out of Any WNBA Team.....Hands Down! That Bunch of Tatted Up, Lumbering Divas, Don't Stand A Chance, if the Refs are Fair
Follow The Real Money, Baby Girl, You Only Get One Shot at this
From Indiana, we would love to have her
Hope she stays another year at Iowa. I don't look forward to seeing all the racism headed her way. Hope someone offers her something that involves the wnba
Good video, but maybe slow down a little! You talk so fast it's difficult to understand you sometimes...
Appreciate the feedback! Uploaded another scouting report on Kamilla Cardoso & tried to work on slowing down my speech a bit there. Let me know what you think
basketball iq, court vision, long range and cross upping are what stand out to me. she's got seemingly everything except one thing i just have as the biggest question mark- ability to take it to the rim, what do you think?
Floaters, probably. She’s a good finisher
The WNBA as a whole and Indiana coach team better build around Caitlin Clark on her first year.
If they decide to haze her, the WNBA will lose its opportunity to have eyes on them.
Caitlin got near fouled out in final last year. If she is i. Foul trouble, thats dangerous for Iowa. I would argue that Bludder is specifically keeping her out of those high risk defensive situations.
Pity that going to the ‘next’ level is a step backwards 😢.
She doesn’t play defense because that’s what she’s told to do.
Lol she’s simply not good on defense
IF I owned a NBA team I would ask to talk to her, see if she'd be interested... the way the rules in the NBA are, she can't be touched and she can sink a bucket in L.A. From Maine... If she could put up 18 a game, and can't be touched? Money...
Repeating
what happens to kate martin she is a goog player thear is at leased four are real good players one player is good like caitlin clark because she is playing with real good players
like molly davis /kate martin/ stuelk i hope they make to W N B A am a mail mens games ARE bouring GOOD LUCKTO THE FOR?
Stay in college and enjoy the few years left of having fans at your games.
Hi from now. I'm a fan, one of her very many. She has truly beaten the odds in the W. So, so proud of her.
Is Clark going to give up all of her NIL money next year to play in this train wreck league?
I'll watch Clark play in college. After that not interested.
Misogynist traitor!
Sue Bird is the best guard
Lmao who?
Not hardly
WMBA scouting Report: Even though She is White….. we think she can play maybe….😆
Iowa never won
Larry Bird never won in college too. He just didn't have it.
@@charliedoyle7824 some players don’t translate well to the pros. Doug flutie example
@@markblain8438 how is clark not going to translate? pretty sure shooting, passing, and an insane IQ/vision are going to translate
@@markblain8438 you think Caitlin Clark won't translate well to the pros? If so, that's nuts. She's a sure superstar in the league.
Slow down your speech. You have the tools just pretend you are talking to a 3 year old
Thanks for the feedback!
No problem. You got the content and skills and the most impressive part as an old sole and teacher.... willing to accept instruction. @@HunterCruse14
Good ole Karen Clark the liar and drama queen
her play don't lie fool
It's Caitlin
Your jealousy is showing
Jordan and Bird were hated too
@@karenjones9346 jealous of what?’ A woman that look like a man 🤣