WNBA star Caitlin Clark remains sidelined as the Indiana Fever prepare to face the Seattle Storm on Sunday, with growing concern about her extended absence. After winning WNBA Rookie of the Year in 2024 and leading the Fever to their first playoff appearance since 2016, Clark’s sophomore campaign has been disrupted by injuries. The Iowa Hawkeyes icon has played just 13 games so far this season while dealing with multiple soft-tissue issues, including strains to her left quadriceps and both groins. Despite limited action, she’s averaging 16.5 points, 8.8 assists, and 5.0 rebounds per game—numbers that still reflect her elite talent.
Caitlin Clark Sidelined for Seventh Straight Game Clark’s injury setbacks began earlier this season with a left quad strain that forced her to miss seven of the team’s first 16 games. She returned with a standout performance against the Chicago Sky, scoring 32 points and reaffirming her All-Star credentials. However, during the final moments of a win over the Connecticut Sun on July 15, Clark appeared to suffer a groin injury. Postgame evaluations revealed no major damage, but she has since missed multiple games, including the Commissioner’s Cup final.
WNBA star Caitlin Clark remains sidelined as the Indiana Fever prepare to face the Seattle Storm on Sunday, with growing concern about her extended absence. After winning WNBA Rookie of the Year in 2024 and leading the Fever to their first playoff appearance since 2016, Clark’s sophomore campaign has been disrupted by injuries. The Iowa Hawkeyes icon has played just 13 games so far this season while dealing with multiple soft-tissue issues, including strains to her left quadriceps and both groins. Despite limited action, she’s averaging 16.5 points, 8.8 assists, and 5.0 rebounds per game—numbers that still reflect her elite talent.
Caitlin Clark Sidelined for Seventh Straight Game
Clark’s injury setbacks began earlier this season with a left quad strain that forced her to miss seven of the team’s first 16 games. She returned with a standout performance against the Chicago Sky, scoring 32 points and reaffirming her All-Star credentials. However, during the final moments of a win over the Connecticut Sun on July 15, Clark appeared to suffer a groin injury. Postgame evaluations revealed no major damage, but she has since missed multiple games, including the Commissioner’s Cup final.