There’s no question that Caitlin Clark is the biggest superstar from the Iowa Hawkeyes to be selected in the 2024 WNBA Draft.
But Clark’s teammate, Kate Martin, is a closer second place than many people had realized, prior to Saturday.
Martin is adored by Hawkeye fans. And after her performance for the Las Vegas Aces during her WNBA Debut on Saturday, against the Los Angeles Sparks.
While the Aces started their season against the Phoenix Mercury on May 14, Martin didn’t see any playing time during that game.
But she played over 26 minutes against the Sparks on Saturday — and made the most out of her opportunity.
Iowa president Barbara Wilson hugs Caitlin Clark, left, and Kate Martin during a celebration of the Iowa women’s basketball team Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa. Julia Hansen/Iowa City Press-Citizen / USA TODAY NETWORK© Provided by Athlon Sports
Martin finished the game with 3 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 block.
All of Martin’s points came on a three-pointer which has Aces fans on their feet.
There it is Kate Martin scores the first points of her WNBA career and it’s in a fashion we ALLL KNOW, FROM THREE 🎯#WelcometotheW pic.twitter.com/NfN5NWgFpb
— WNBA (@WNBA) May 18, 2024
Martin also went viral for a monster block against a 6’7″ opponent.
KATE MARTIN — MONSTER REJECTION ON 6’7” LI YUERU 🔥
— Women’s Hoops Network (@WomensHoops_USA) May 18, 2024
When teammate Kelsey Plum was asked about Martin’s impact off the bench, she said, “Kate Money Martin…I love that kid!”
Kelsey Plum on Kate Martin: "Kate Money Martin…I love that kid!" pic.twitter.com/ergIrO2v9w
— Heavens! (@HeavensFX) May 18, 2024
Clearly Caitlin Clark isn’t the only of Martin’s teammates who love the way she plays.
