Since its inception in 1997, the WNBA has showcased legendary performances, with only 45 triple-doubles recorded—39 in the regular season and 6 in the postseason.
Pioneering Moments: Sheryl Swoopes was the first to achieve a triple-double on July 27, 1999, leading the Houston Comets to an 85-46 victory against the Detroit Shock.
In addition, Swoopes was the first to secure a triple-double in both regular season and playoffs during a 2005 game against the Seattle Storm.
Rookie Record: Caitlin Clark made history this season as the first rookie to record a triple-double with the Indiana Fever in an 83-78 win over the New York Liberty.
Clark followed up with a second triple-double against the Los Angeles Sparks later that season.
All-Time Leader: Alyssa Thomas sits atop the triple-double leaderboard with 16, being the only player to attain multiple triple-doubles in playoffs.
Multiple Achievers: Eight players have recorded multiple triple-doubles, including Thomas, Sabrina Ionescu, and Candace Parker.
Thomas holds the postseason record with four triple-doubles, surpassing other legends Courtney Vandersloot and Swoopes.
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