Clark is in the midst of a 3-point slump, but she said during the rough patch that she doesn't feel defeated. That response to an uncharacteristic start to her second pro campaign left an impression on Bueckers,

Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers are the young faces of the league, backed with major endorsement deals and poised to take a leadership role in growing the game when the veterans step away.

Paige Bueckers commended Caitlin Clark for the way in which she handles the immense pressure placed on her shoulders amidst the 23-year-old's slow start to the WNBA season