Caitlin Clark is officially gracing the NBA 2K27 Deluxe Edition cover, a massive first for the WNBA and a global premium version of the game all her own. This isn’t solely a big deal for her, it’s a huge moment for the league, marking the first time a WNBA player has had a dedicated global premium version. She joins an elite club, becoming the seventh WNBA player overall to feature on the game’s cover, following legends like Candace Parker and Sue Bird.
Wemby Drops Truth Bombs About Clark’s Legacy
Even with Victor Wembanyama himself featured on the Standard Edition cover, he had nothing but respect when asked about Clark’s achievement. Chatting with NBA 2K’s Ronnie 2K, Wemby didn’t hold back on his feelings. “That’s cool. No, it’s great. She definitely deserves to be on there. A big inspiration for me. Of course, you know her status as the No. 1 pick, the way she changes the game as well. I’ve always felt some respect and inspiration from people who breaks the rules in some way,” Wemby said. When a talent like Wembanyama calls you an inspiration and someone who “breaks the rules” in the game, you know you’re dealing with something special. He totally gets it.
Clark’s On-Court Dominance Explains Everything
This cover isn’t solely about hype, though. Clark has been on an absolute tear this season. After struggling with injuries and missing most of last season, she has made a seriously strong comeback. She’s putting up sick numbers, averaging 21 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 7.9 assists in 23 games. And talk about clutch performances: during All-Star weekend, she played 21 minutes in the All-Star Game and absolutely lit it up with 17 points. She drained five 3-pointers, including one from the logo, plus added four rebounds and five assists. The reports even say she rejected the invitation to the 3-point contest for the third year in a row. She’s clearly focused on the big picture, and it’s paying off.
So yeah, Caitlin Clark isn’t only on a video game cover, she’s defining what’s next for the sport. Her season’s been unreal, and with Wemby giving her that kind of shoutout, you know this is only the beginning. Get ready to see her game on another level, both real life and virtual.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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