Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will make her debut in the 2025 WNBA 3-Point Contest this Friday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. She will face off against notable sharpshooters including Sabrina Ionescu of the New York Liberty, defending champion Allisha Gray, Kelsey Plum, and rookie Sonia Citron for the coveted title.
The event takes place on the Friday night before the WNBA All-Star Game, showcasing some of the league‘s most skilled shooters in an intense competition to see who can hit the most three-pointers under pressure.
Details on Contestants and Recent Performances
Gray, who won the 3-point contest and the Skills Challenge in 2024, returns to defend her title. Last summer, she hit 22 out of 40 shots to claim victory. She ranks behind Rhyne Howard, Kayla McBride, and teammate Kelsey Plum among the WNBA leaders in made three-pointers this season. Gray has made history as the first Atlanta Dream player and the first WNBA player overall to win both events at the same All-Star Weekend.
Sabrina Ionescu enters the competition after not participating in 2024 while preparing for the Paris Olympics with Team USA. She set a single-round record last year by making 37 of 40 shots in the contest. This season, she is shooting 30.9 percent from beyond the arc with the Liberty.
Caitlin Clark, the reigning Rookie of the Year, impressed last season by setting a league rookie record with 122 made three-pointers. She opted out of last year’s contest to rest after transitioning directly from college to the WNBA but is ready to compete this year despite struggling with injuries and a 28.9 percent three-point shooting percentage so far in her second season.
Sonia Citron enters as the only rookie among the 3-point contestants for 2025. As a starter for the Washington Mystics, she has converted 36.3 percent of her three-point attempts this season, making roughly 6.2 shots from deep per game.
Additional Events and Competitive Highlights
Alongside the 3-point contest, the Skills Challenge will feature Allisha Gray competing against Natasha Cloud, Skylar Diggins, Erica Wheeler, and Courtney Williams. This challenge tests dribbling, passing, and shooting skills within a timed obstacle course. Williams, Diggins, and Cloud are among the league’s top four assists leaders, adding competitive depth to the event. Erica Wheeler returns after missing last year’s event due to travel complications.
Both the 3-point contest and Skills Challenge will start at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, adding excitement to the lead-up to the All-Star Game on Saturday in Indianapolis.
Looking Ahead: Impact and Expectations
The 2025 WNBA 3-Point Contest presents a high-stakes opportunity for Caitlin Clark to reinvigorate her season and showcase her shooting abilities among the league’s elite. With seasoned competitors like Ionescu and Gray, the contest promises a thrilling display of shooting talent. The event serves not only as entertainment but also as a platform for players to build confidence and momentum heading into the second half of the season and the upcoming All-Star Game.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Was Caitlin Clark with Taylor Swift at the Chiefs game?
A. CC is the person who showed her hairy underarms and mentioned that she doesn’t shave. She invited this reaction from others.
Q. Was Caitlin Clark sitting with Taylor Swift at the game?
A. In a private suite at Arrowhead Stadium, two women watched the Chiefs secure a victory over the Houston Texans during the first playoff game.
Q. Why is Caitlin Clark sitting with Taylor Swift at the game?
A. Swift was spotted sitting beside WNBA star Caitlin Clark at the Chiefs’ home game against the Houston Texans. Shortly before this, the Indiana Fever player, Clark, shared that Swift had invited her to watch a Chiefs game together.
Q. What did Taylor Swift give Caitlin Clark?
A. When Caitlin Clark went to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Indianapolis in 2024, Taylor made sure she got every tour T-shirt and sweatshirt. Taylor arranged for Caitlin to receive four bags filled with merchandise from the Eras Tour.