The WNBA recently announced the lineup for its 2024 Three-Point Contest, and fans were quick to notice the absence of two prominent players, Sabrina Ionescu and Caitlin Clark. Ionescu, who is the reigning champion in the event, set a record in 2023 with 37 points in her final round. She even went head-to-head with NBA star Stephen Curry during the NBA’s All-Star Weekend. On the other hand, Clark, the No. 1 overall pick, may be shooting 32.7 percent from beyond the arc, but she averages 2.7 threes per game.
Fans took to social media to express their confusion and disappointment over the absence of Ionescu and Clark in the competition. Many believed that the 3-point contest should have featured a showdown between the two stars. Some fans speculated that the players may have declined the opportunity, which seems unlikely given that they are already in attendance for All-Star Weekend.
The absence of Ionescu and Clark raises questions about why the WNBA did not showcase its biggest stars in the Three-Point Contest. Fans were left wondering how much more exciting the competition could have been with the inclusion of at least one of these players. Despite their absence in the contest, both Ionescu and Clark are still participating in All-Star Weekend, representing Team USA and Team WNBA, respectively.
While it remains unclear why Ionescu and Clark are not competing in the Three-Point Contest, their absence has certainly left a void in the lineup. The competition is a significant highlight of the All-Star festivities for both the NBA and the WNBA, and the inclusion of these star players would have undoubtedly added to the excitement.
As fans eagerly await the Three-Point Contest, the focus will now shift to the five players who will be vying for the title. The event is scheduled to take place on Friday, July 19th, and will feature Jonquel Jones, Stefanie Dolson, Marina Mabrey, Kayla McBride, and Allisha Gray. While these players are undoubtedly talented, the absence of Ionescu and Clark has left many wondering what could have been.
Overall, the decision to exclude Ionescu and Clark from the Three-Point Contest has sparked a conversation among fans about the league’s choices in showcasing its top talent. As the competition approaches, fans will be watching closely to see how the event unfolds and whether the absence of these star players will impact the overall excitement of the contest.