Indiana Fever Star Caitlin Clark Sidelined by Groin Injury, Return Uncertain

Indiana Fever star guard Caitlin Clark is sidelined with a groin injury that was only discovered late the night before their June 26 game against the Los Angeles Sparks. Head coach Stephanie White described the injury as 'day-to-day,' emphasizing caution and deferring to the medical staff for Clark's treatment and recovery timeline, which remains uncertain. This injury follows an earlier quad injury that previously caused Clark to miss five games this season, limiting her ability to find consistent rhythm despite strong averages in points, assists, and rebounds. The Fever struggled offensively without Clark, losing a double-digit lead to lose 85-75 against the Sparks, highlighting her critical role in their performance. White noted Clark as a tough and quick healer but offered no definitive return date, leaving fans and the team in a state of uncertainty. The Fever signed Aari McDonald on an emergency hardship contract to help fill the void during Clark's absence as the team aims to maintain competitiveness with a currently balanced 7-7 record in the 2025 WNBA season.