The Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark have started the WNBA season with an even record, winning two games and losing two. Clark’s performance has been uneven so far, with some exceptional games contrasted by less impressive efforts.

Despite this inconsistency, the betting odds from Bovada currently list Caitlin Clark, the reigning Rookie of the Year, as the favorite to win the MVP award. She leads contenders Napheesa Collier and A’ja Wilson with odds set at -105, while Angel Reese appears on the list at much longer odds of +10000.

Reese’s inclusion has caught the attention of fans online, sparking questions and debate.

Fan Reactions Highlight Surprise and Skepticism Over Angel Reese’s MVP Odds

Many fans expressed disbelief at Reese being considered an MVP candidate alongside established players like Clark, Collier, and Wilson.

“How is Angel Reese on that list?” one wrote.

“Angel Reese is on this list… Why exactly?” another wrote.

Others debated Clark’s place among the top contenders overall, with some fans challenging the idea she belongs in the top five MVP prospects this year.

“A lot yall don’t watch yes Caitlin better then angel but she isn’t top 5,” one tweeted.

Opinions were divided on whether Clark should ultimately win MVP, with fans voicing both strong support and dissent.

“As she should,” one fan said.

“this is just ridiculous. Napheesa Collier should be the far and clear favorite,” another fan commented.

“Zero chance they allow this to happen,” one fan wrote.

Caitlin Clark’s Standout Games Mark Season’s High and Low Points

Clark began the season with a strong performance on May 17, delivering a triple-double of 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists to help the Fever defeat the Chicago Sky. She followed that with an impressive 27-point, 11-assist game in a narrow loss to the Atlanta Dream.

However, Clark’s performance varied over the next games. In a rematch against the Dream, she scored only 11 points but contributed to a Fever win. Later, in a closely contested loss to the New York Liberty, she struggled with turnovers, committing 10, which impacted the team’s chances.

Clark Emphasizes Learning from Defensive Weaknesses After Liberty Defeat

Following the loss to the Liberty, Clark addressed the team’s defensive challenges and lack of consistency during a press conference. She stressed the importance of improving defense and turning early setbacks into growth opportunities.

“If you want to win in this league, you’ve got to find a way to guard and get stops,” Clark said (2:32). “But you take that as a positive. You go back, you learn, but also, we are two possessions away from being 4-0 and a possession away from beating the Liberty. It stings but this is what’s gonna make us better at the end of the year.”

The Fever’s two losses this season have been by very narrow margins: a one-point defeat to the Dream (91-90) and a two-point loss to the Liberty (90-88), highlighting how competitive Indiana has been despite its mixed results.

Potential Impact and Outlook for Clark’s MVP Contention and Team Growth

Caitlin Clark’s emergence as a WNBA MVP frontrunner, despite her uneven play, reflects her high potential and impact on the Indiana Fever. Her ability to produce remarkable statistics in some games keeps her in the spotlight, while early losses provide lessons for the team’s improvement, particularly on defense.

Angel Reese’s unexpected presence on the MVP betting list adds intrigue to the season’s narrative, though fan reactions suggest skepticism about her chances. The ongoing debate around Clark’s MVP odds signals close competition among top players like Napheesa Collier and A’ja Wilson.

As the season progresses, Clark and the Fever are focused on turning narrow defeats into victories, which could solidify her status as a genuine MVP contender and help Indiana rise in the standings.