The 2024 WNBA season highlighted several elite scorers who outpaced Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark, the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer. Despite a stellar first season where Clark averaged 19.2 points per game and shared the Fever’s team lead with Kelsey Mitchell, five players rose above her on the scoring leaderboard. Here’s a look at the top WNBA scorers who surpassed Clark in 2024:
- A’ja Wilson (Las Vegas Aces) led the league in scoring, dominating with an average of 26.9 points per game. Wilson’s commanding offensive presence placed her over seven points per game ahead of Clark, securing her spot as the top scorer.
- Arike Ogunbowale (Dallas Wings), who also earned MVP honors at the WNBA All-Star Game, finished second in the league with 22.2 points per game. Her offensive consistency and explosiveness on the court made her one of the most formidable scorers this season.
- Kahleah Copper (Phoenix Mercury) impressed with her sharp shooting and agility, putting up 21.1 points per game. Copper’s offensive versatility allowed her to consistently outperform defenders and maintain a high-scoring average.
- Breanna Stewart (New York Liberty) played a pivotal role for the WNBA champions, averaging 20.4 points per game. Her all-around skills and leadership were instrumental in the Liberty’s success this season, solidifying her as a scoring powerhouse.
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- Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx) rounded out the top five with 20.4 points per game. Collier’s reliable scoring and ability to adapt on offense were crucial to her team’s runner-up finish, further cementing her reputation as one of the league’s best.
Clark ended her first WNBA season at seventh overall, just behind Jewell Loyd of the Seattle Storm (19.7 points per game). Despite a strong showing, Clark will need to elevate her game to rival the established stars of the league. With her impressive shooting range and court vision, she’s well-positioned for a breakout in future seasons, as she continues to build on her debut year.
