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Caitlin Clark Sparks Debate in All-Time Women's Basketball Picks

10/18/2025

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Caitlin Clark was named to the Associated Press's all-time starting five for women's college basketball.
The selection sparked social media debate about her placement, despite her lack of a national title and status as the NCAA's all-time leading scorer.
Supporters argue her playmaking justifies inclusion, while critics say Maya Moore and Chamique Holdsclaw are more deserving.
Clark's popularity has increased viewership of women's basketball during her college career at Iowa.

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Caitlin Clark was named to the Associated Press's all-time starting five for women's college basketball.
The selection sparked social media debate about her placement, despite her lack of a national title and status as the NCAA's all-time leading scorer.
Supporters argue her playmaking justifies inclusion, while critics say Maya Moore and Chamique Holdsclaw are more deserving.
Clark's popularity has increased viewership of women's basketball during her college career at Iowa.