Here are the top reactions to Caitlin Clark becoming the NCAA's most prolific scorer
Caitlin Clark now stands alone.
The Iowa women's basketball star became the most prolific scorer in NCAA Division I basketball history, surpassing former LSU guard Pete Maravich's previous record of 3,667.
Clark was already an icon in sports, but now she has etched her name into history when she hit the free throw late in the second half to set the new standard.
It's a moment that had the sports world buzzing. Here are some of the top reactions to Clark setting the record.
Nike drops a new ad spot to commemorate Caitlin Clark
In the minutes after Clark broke the record, this commercial from Nike aired on the FOX broadcast that was playing the game.
It takes a once-in-a-generation player to break a record that’s stood for generations.
Congratulations to @caitlinclark22 — the new owner of the all-time NCAA scoring record. pic.twitter.com/bgbmu4cmC8— Nike Basketball (@nikebasketball) March 3, 2024
State Farm, another company Clark represents, also shared its praise for Clark.
A historic moment with @CaitlinClark22! As the new all-time leading scorer in D1 basketball history, she’s not just setting records – she’s setting standards. The future’s bright, and we’re here for it! #TeamStateFarm pic.twitter.com/SeEbpHQX8W
— State Farm (@StateFarm) March 3, 2024
Caitlin Clark's (almost certain) future team congratulates her
Clark, who announced Thursday that she was declaring for the 2024 WNBA draft, is the presumptive No. 1 overall pick. The team with the top selection in the draft, the Indiana Fever, was quick to issue a quick congratulatory message.
congratulations to Caitlin Clark on passing Pete Maravich's all-time NCAA scoring record. 🔥
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) March 3, 2024
The WNBA draft will take place April 15.
The other pro basketball team that plays in Indiana, the NBA's Pacers, also joined in on the fun to congratulate Clark.
congrats Caitlin! 👏 https://t.co/NXeKEsTzH5
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) March 3, 2024
From one scoring legend to another
Lakers icon LeBron James, who on Saturday night became the first player in NBA history to eclipse 40,000 career points, posted a message to call Clark a "bucket."
CONGRATS @CaitlinClark22 on becoming the All-Time leading scorer!! 🪣🪣🪣🪣🪣🪣🪣🪣🪣🪣🪣🪣🪣. 🙏🏾🫡👑
— LeBron James (@KingJames) March 3, 2024
Magic Johnson applauds Caitlin Clark and Pete Maravich
Hall of Fame NBA guard Magic Johnson congratulated Clark and reflected on the impact she and Maravich had on the sport of basketball.
Congratulations to @CaitlinClark22 for reaching another milestone, passing Pete Maravich to set the all-time NCAA scoring record! 🎉👏🏾
Both Caitlin and Pistol Pete changed the game forever and favor each other in how they play. The way they combine elite scoring ability with…— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) March 4, 2024
Trail blazer Billie Jean King calls Clark 'indomitable'
She's done it!
Congratulations to the indomitable @CaitlinClark22 who has smashed a 54-year-old record and has become the NCAA All-Time Leading Scorer! 🏀 #WomenMakingHistory https://t.co/MO6p0sevJS— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) March 3, 2024
Travis Scott wants a Caitlin Clark jersey and Tim McGraw shed a tear
Rapper Travis Scott grabbed a courtside seat Sunday at Carver-Hawkeye Arena to watch Clark break the record. He posted a message saying he'd be looking for a Clark No. 22 Iowa jersey.
Might need that #22 jersey tonight!!!!!
— TRAVIS SCOTT (@trvisXX) March 3, 2024
A music icon of a different genre, multiplatinum country singer Tim McGraw, also congratulated Clark. Reflecting on the moment as a father of three daughters, he said, "I admit I shed a tear or 2 watching!"
Congrats to Caitlin!!!
What a fantastic accomplishment...
I have to say, as a #girldad, I admit I shed a tear or 2 watching! Fantastic! @CaitlinClark22 @IowaWBB pic.twitter.com/Oaekb1I6Jl— Tim McGraw (@TheTimMcGraw) March 4, 2024
Iowa claims Clark as the G.O.A.T.
The program Clark has played for didn't need many characters; it simply called her "The Greatest of All Time."
The Greatest of All Time. @CaitlinClark22 x #Hawkeyes pic.twitter.com/sbNpeU1zaY
— Iowa Women's Basketball (@IowaWBB) March 3, 2024
The WNBA and NBA join the chorus
Congrats @CaitlinClark22, NCAA ALL-TIME LEADING SCORER
3,668 Points... and counting 🙌 pic.twitter.com/5QqRAyuQ0n— WNBA (@WNBA) March 3, 2024
The NBA also chimed in to congratulate Clark.
Congrats, @CaitlinClark22! 👏 https://t.co/mEJom3tbIM
— NBA (@NBA) March 3, 2024
NCAA points out Clark's greatness
The NCAA posted their message and shared a list of basketball records set by women that stand above the rest in both the men's and women's game.
HISTORY MADE… again 🐐@CaitlinClark22 of @IowaWBB is the NCAA DI all-time leading scorer surpassing a 54-year mark set by the legendary Pete Maravich of @LSUBasketball! 👑@marchmadnesswbb | https://t.co/pXw59Uj42C pic.twitter.com/PSQQv8lYTg
— NCAA (@NCAA) March 3, 2024
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Caitlin Clark: Sports world reacts to Iowa star setting scoring record