The 2024 WNBA regular season was nothing short of iconic, filled with record-breaking moments and standout performances. Among the headline-makers were two players who rewrote the history books: A’ja Wilson, who shattered both the league’s single-season scoring and rebounding records, and rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, who broke the WNBA’s single-season assist record as a rookie. Wilson’s brilliance earned her the unanimous MVP title for 2024, leaving many to wonder—will Clark claim the Rookie of the Year honor with the same unanimous recognition?
While Clark is the frontrunner for Rookie of the Year, it’s far from guaranteed that she’ll sweep all first-place votes. Enter Angel Reese, another rookie phenom who had an equally historic season. Leading the league in rebounds per game and setting a rookie record for double-doubles, Reese’s stellar performance earned her a notable fourth-place MVP vote, putting her in direct competition with Clark for the prestigious title.
With the same voting panel deciding both MVP and Rookie of the Year honors, the plot thickens. The voter who placed Reese fourth in MVP voting might very well hand her a first-place vote for Rookie of the Year. It’s not entirely far-fetched, especially considering Reese’s impact on the court and her ability to go toe-to-toe with veterans.
That being said, this same voter could have contributed to the six third-place MVP votes Clark received, clearing the way for her to secure the Rookie of the Year award unanimously. Clark’s contributions this season—leading her team and finishing fourth in MVP voting—make her the overwhelming favorite. Still, Reese’s fourth-place MVP vote could be the only thing standing between Clark and a unanimous victory.
The final question lingers: Will Caitlin Clark make history once again by sweeping the Rookie of the Year votes, or will Angel Reese’s remarkable season deny her a unanimous win? All eyes are on the official announcement, as the drama continues to build.
