The 21-year-old wore No. 1 and No. 17 pennants. She was drafted as the first overall pick of the WNBA Draft last month and wore No. 17 at Iowa

Caitlin Clark found herself in fits of laughter as her Indiana Fever teammates playfully adorned her with their chains during a lighthearted photoshoot ahead of the upcoming WNBA season. The 21-year-old phenom, who was drafted as the first overall pick on April 15, was captured giggling on the bustling streets of downtown Indianapolis as she bonded with her fellow basketball stars, embracing her new role with the Fever.

In a heartwarming display of camaraderie, Erica Wheeler and NaLyssa Smith graciously offered their chains to Clark for the impromptu nighttime photoshoot. The Fever, eager to document the team’s unity and spirit, shared footage of the jovial moment, showcasing Clark’s infectious laughter and genuine joy as she immersed herself in the company of her newfound teammates.

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Amidst the bustling backdrop of the cityscape, Clark donned two-to-three gleaming silver and golden chains adorned with pennants bearing the numbers “1” and “17”—a nod to her storied collegiate career at Iowa, where she wore the latter throughout her four remarkable seasons. However, with a new chapter unfolding in Indianapolis, Clark will proudly sport the number “22,” symbolizing a fresh start and the beginning of a new era in her basketball journey.

As Clark settles into her new home with the Fever, the heartwarming bond shared between teammates serves as a poignant reminder of the power of unity and solidarity in the world of sports. With each shared laugh and exchanged gesture of support, the Fever team embraces Clark as not only a talented athlete but also a cherished member of their basketball family, united in their pursuit of greatness on and off the court.