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WNBA·August 8, 2026 05:16 PM ET

Clark reaches 500 field goals in her 81st WNBA game

The mark tied the 15th-fastest pace in league history

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 81 min read
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Milestone bucket for Caitlin Clark 🚨 With this made three, Clark reached 500 career field goals made in her 81st career

What happened: A made 3 produced the milestone during Saturday's WNBA Rivals Week matchup on ABC. Clark reached the threshold one week after reaching 1,500 career points.

Why it matters: The latest benchmark adds another historical measure to Clark's scoring pace. Her 81-game path places her among the quickest players to reach 500 makes.

By the numbers: Clark averaged 6.17 made field goals per game through the 81-game milestone. She tied for the 15th-fastest player in WNBA history to reach 500.

What to watch: The final result of Saturday's Rivals Week matchup is the next marker to watch.

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