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Caitlin Clark injury news, stats, TV

by Emma Walker – News Editor September 6, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Caitlin Clark‘s Injury Status Remains Key as Indiana Fever Prepare ‍for Sky, Playoff Push

INDIANAPOLIS – Teh Indiana Fever will face the Chicago Sky Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET on Ion, with Caitlin Clark’s ‌status remaining⁢ a central focus as the team navigates a crucial stretch of games in their playoff pursuit. Clark, who sustained a left ankle sprain on August 3,‌ has been listed as day-to-day, and her availability for tonight’s⁣ contest is still uncertain.

The Fever⁢ (13-16) currently hold the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference, but their position is tenuous. With three games remaining in the regular season, including matchups against the Washington ⁣Mystics ‌and Minnesota Lynx, every game carries significant weight. ⁣Clark’s presence dramatically impacts the team’s offensive output and national viewership, making her health a critical factor in ‌securing a postseason ‌berth. the team is 10-6 when ‌Clark plays,‌ and 3-10 when she does not.

The game will be broadcast‍ locally on 93.5 and 107.5 FM in Indianapolis, with ⁤John Nolan ⁤handling ⁣play-by-play and Bria Goss providing analysis.

Game Details:

Opponent: Chicago Sky
Date: Friday, september 5, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
TV: Ion
Radio: 93.5 and 107.5 FM (Indianapolis)

Betting Odds (courtesy of BetMGM):

Spread: ⁤Fever by 13.5
Over/under: 158.5
Moneyline: Fever -1000, Sky +625

Upcoming Schedule:

September 7: ⁣Fever at ⁤Mystics,⁢ 3 p.m. ⁤ET (WTHR,NBA TV)
September 9: Fever vs. ⁢Lynx,7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN)

Tickets ‍for the Fever ‌vs. Sky‌ game are available on StubHub.

Chloe Peterson of the Indianapolis Star provides comprehensive coverage of the Fever, with ⁣additional ⁢content available on IndyStar TV and⁤ through the caitlin ‌Clark Fever newsletter.

September 6, 2025 0 comments

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Mercury Hold Alyssa Thomas’ Impact: Phoenix Mercury Defeat Liberty

by Emma Walker – News Editor August 31, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Phoenix Mercury Shut ⁢Down New York Liberty, 82-69

PHOENIX – The Phoenix mercury stifled the New York Liberty with a dominant defensive performance, securing an 82-69 victory on August 30, 2025.⁢ The win‍ was fueled by a strong second-half surge and ⁣a rebounding advantage led by center ⁣Natasha Mack.

The‍ Liberty were⁤ forced to adjust their lineup early after Marine Johannescu was⁤ ruled ⁣out with a left toe injury.Phoenix countered with its⁤ own size advantage, featuring 6-foot-4⁣ Brittney Stewart, 6-foot-4 Emma Meesseman, and‍ 6-foot-6 Tina Charles.Initially, the Liberty’s bigger lineup proved effective,⁣ grabbing 14 defensive rebounds and outscoring the Mercury ‍in ‍the paint by six‍ points. ⁢However, the Mercury responded after halftime, capitalizing ⁣on turnovers and increased defensive pressure. Mack was pivotal in the turnaround,⁢ contributing 10 rebounds, eight points, and four blocks. The Mercury scored 18 points off the Liberty’s eight second-half turnovers, while ‍Mack alone secured two more‌ offensive rebounds than the entire ⁤Liberty team.

“I’m super excited for her and her‌ conditioning. She just impacts winning with her effort ‍on the glass,” Mercury head coach Nikki Tibbetts said of Mack.”She flies around, her teammates love her, you want good things to happen⁢ to⁣ good people, and she’s stayed with it and is figuring out how to play next to AT, which is⁤ awesome. Her activity ‍on ⁣the ‍glass was big time.”

The Mercury also limited the Liberty’s opportunities at the free throw line, holding them to ‍just 11 attempts after New York had averaged 24 in their previous three games.

Phoenix⁢ utilized an eight-player rotation,with⁣ DeWanna bonner,Kathryn Westbeld,and Sami Whitcomb coming off the bench. Westbeld provided a crucial spark in⁤ the fourth quarter,hitting a key ⁤3-pointer to maintain the Mercury’s momentum.

“For her to come in ⁢with that⁢ kind ‍of confidence and take that⁤ shot, we believed in Kat,” Bonner said. ”She‌ was doing this before I got hear in the beginning of the‍ season, and she’s continuing to hit big buckets ⁤and battle with (centers).⁤ You put her on a 5-player and she does a‍ great job down there.Shout out to Kat, and it’s not easy coming off the bench and being ready, but⁤ she did a⁤ great job ⁣tonight.”

The Mercury (record‍ unavailable) will conclude their homestand against ⁣the Indiana Fever on ‍September 2 at 7 p.m. MST. The Fever are currently battling for a playoff‌ spot despite facing injury challenges within their guard rotation.

August 31, 2025 0 comments

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Fever Defeat Aces: Clark Injury Update & Box Score

by David Harrison – Chief Editor July 25, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Aces Fall to Fever in Close Contest

Table of Contents

Aces Fall to Fever in Close Contest
Fever vs Aces score by quarter
Did Caitlin Clark play tonight vs Aces?
What is the Indiana Fever’s record?

The Las Vegas Aces suffered a defeat against the Indiana Fever, with the final score showing 80-70 in favor of the Fever. The Aces struggled offensively throughout the game,particularly in the second half.

	PTS	FG	3FG	FT	REB	AST	TO
A’ja Wilson	30	7-17	0-1	6-6	6	2	20
Chelsea Gray	33	3-9	0-2	3-3	3	4	9
Jewell Loyd	26	3-7	1-3	1-2	2	0	8
Jackie Young	32	8-14	1-4	2-2	3	3	19
Kierstan Bell	5	2-3	0-1	0-0	2	0	4
Kiah Stokes	5	0-0	0-0	0-0	3	0	0
Megan Gustafson	12	0-1	0-1	0-0	6	0	0
Dana Evans	15	0-5	0-1	0-0	0	1	0
Aaliyah Nye	16	0-3	0-1	0-0	2	0	0
Totals	—	27-67	2-15	14-17	37	12	70

Fever vs Aces score by quarter

Aces	18	23	15	14	–	70
Fever	18	17	27	18	–	80

Did Caitlin Clark play tonight vs Aces?

caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever did not participate in the game due to a right groin injury. The timeline for her return to play remains uncertain.

What is the Indiana Fever’s record?

The Indiana Fever currently hold a season record of 13 wins and 12 losses.

July 25, 2025 0 comments

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Indiana Fever Win Over Las Vegas Aces, Caitlin Clark Injury Update

by David Harrison – Chief Editor July 25, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

the indiana Fever secured a victory on Thursday night, with Aliyah Boston leading the charge in the absence of Caitlin Clark. Boston delivered a dominant performance, scoring 18 points and grabbing 13 rebounds, marking her sixth double-double of the season.She was particularly effective from the field, shooting 7-of-11, including a rare three-pointer. Her efforts on the boards, with five offensive rebounds, generated five additional scoring opportunities for the Fever.

Caitlin Clark Continues to Miss Games Due to Groin Injury

Caitlin Clark was sidelined for the third consecutive game on Thursday due to a right groin injury. Fortunately for the Fever, an update from the team indicated that Clark has not suffered any further damage beyond the initial groin injury sustained on June 15. this means she avoided a tear or a notable strain. The team has not provided a specific timeline for her return, stating that it will be steadfast by her progress in rehabilitation and recovery.

Chloe Peterson covers the Indiana Fever for IndyStar.

July 25, 2025 0 comments

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Caitlin Clark Injury Update: Balancing Recovery with All-Star Weekend

by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor July 20, 2025

written by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor

Caitlin Clark Withdraws from WNBA All-Star Events to Focus on Injury Recovery

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has officially withdrawn from both the WNBA All-Star Game and the accompanying 3-Point Contest, citing the need to focus on her ongoing injury recovery. The former Iowa Hawkeye announced her decision on Thursday, opting to prioritize her health over participating in the weekend’s festivities.Clark, a two-time WNBA All-Star, shared that she has been attempting to balance her treatment regimen with social engagements with fellow All-Stars during her extended break. “Yeah, I mean, certainly unfortunate and I feel like there’s been quite a few injuries over the course of the beginning of the season for quite a few people,” Clark stated. “So, a lot of people in the same boat as myself and even my (All-Star Game) team has dealt with some injuries tonight, so some people will be on just a couple minutes here and there and we’ll make do with what we have.”

She elaborated on her approach to recovery,noting,”I mean,I’m not going to say I’ve just been getting around-the-clock treatment.I’ve been still trying to enjoy this weekend, having a balance of that at the same time, and soaking all of this in. Once tomorrow comes around, we’ll wholly shift my focus to getting as healthy as possible. Just prioritizing that [recovery], but also having a good time has been important for myself too.”

The indiana Fever have managed to maintain some consistency, winning three of their last four games prior to the All-Star break.However, the team’s performance is substantially impacted by Clark’s absence, placing increased scoring pressure on teammates such as Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston, and Natasha Howard.

While specific details regarding Clark’s groin injury have not been extensively disclosed, the Fever organization is hopeful that her participation in treatment over the weekend and into the following week will facilitate a swift return to the court.

entering the All-Star break, the Indiana Fever hold a 12-11 record, placing them third in the Eastern Conference standings. Their next scheduled game is Tuesday at 7 p.m. CT, where they will face the New York Liberty at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, with the game broadcast on ESPN.

July 20, 2025 0 comments