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Lisa Leslie Praises Caitlin Clark As A Game-Changing Basketball Phenom

Caitlin Clark Iowa guard Caitlin Clark (22) shoots during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Iowa State, Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, in Ames, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Legendary basketball player Lisa Leslie recently expressed her admiration for rising star Caitlin Clark in a new State Farm commercial. Leslie emphasized Clark's lasting impact on the game, regardless of the outcome of this year's tournament, highlighting her as a game-changer who comes along once in a generation.

Leslie, a three-time WNBA MVP, lauded Clark as a remarkable talent both on and off the court, describing her as a role model known for her kindness and demeanor. The commercial, set to air on the first day of the NCAA women's tournament, showcases Clark's achievements and poses the question of what it takes to achieve greatness in sports.

Leslie, a four-time Olympian, expressed her hope that Clark will continue to excel and potentially join her in Paris this summer. She praised Clark's shooting abilities, likening her impact on the game to that of Steph Curry for the Golden State Warriors, emphasizing her ability to change the course of a game with her scoring prowess.

For Leslie, collaborating on the commercial was an opportunity to connect her own legacy with the next generation of basketball stars. She commended Clark for her ability to elevate the performance of those around her, labeling it an honor to be associated with Clark's remarkable talent and contributions to the sport.

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