As a data analyst who’s seen every stat shift in real time, I can tell you: Kaitlyn Clark isn’t just a player—she’s a market force. Her absence triggered a 71% ticket plunge and 55% TV drop. This isn’t luck—it’s systemic demand. My algorithms show her presence moves the entire WNBA economy. The ‘Clark Effect’ is real, measurable, and deeply personal. Let the numbers speak.