Jamie Lee Curtis Praises Caitlin Clark with Head-Turning Comment

Caitlin Clark has undeniably risen to stardom in the sports world and is now catching the attention of Hollywood. Recently, Jamie Lee Curtis, the iconic actress, noted her admiration for the Indiana Fever star. During an interview with People Magazine, Curtis was asked who she would like to “Freaky Friday” switch with for one day. Without hesitation, Curtis named Clark as her choice.

“I want to be Caitlin Clark for a day. I want to play basketball like Caitlin Clark,” Curtis declared.

This acknowledgment from a Hollywood legend is a testament to Clark’s growing influence and popularity. Clark has become a standout in women’s college basketball and the WNBA. Currently, she is a strong contender for the WNBA Rookie of the Year alongside Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese.

Clark is on track to break two significant rookie records if she continues her current performance. She aims to set new records for the most three-pointers made in a single season and the most assists recorded by a rookie in a single season.

This season, Clark has been averaging 17.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game. Her efficiency on the court has also seen improvement since the season started. She currently boasts a 41.2 field goal percentage and a 32.8 percent three-point shooting accuracy.

Jamie Lee Curtis is best known for her roles in several iconic films. Many recognize her as the “Scream Queen” from the Halloween franchise. Another notable film is Freaky Friday, where she famously swapped bodies with co-star Lindsay Lohan. Curtis has also starred in Knives Out and featured in the popular TV show, The Bear. Her recent work includes acting in the film adaptation of the video game, Borderlands. Throughout her impressive career, Curtis has cemented her position as one of Hollywood’s top actresses.

Considering her esteemed career, it’s intriguing that Curtis would find an interest in switching lives with someone else, even for a day. Yet, Caitlin Clark’s remarkable basketball talent has prompted the Hollywood star to imagine such a scenario.

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Source: People Magazine, USA TODAY