Indiana Fever Plans Caitlin Clark Return Before WNBA Playoffs

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark remains sidelined due to a right groin injury sustained in July, missing at least 19 consecutive games and most of the 2025 season. Head coach Stephanie White expressed cautious optimism about Clark's potential return before the regular season concludes, emphasizing the importance of her long-term health and wellness. Clark has been limited to non-contact drills and individual shooting work, with no clearance yet for contact practices, which are necessary before she can be game-ready. The Fever have three games left in the regular season, and while Clark's return would bolster their playoff push, the team prefers she participate in multiple contact practices to avoid regression and play through fatigue effectively. Despite Clark's absence, the Fever have remained competitive, currently holding a playoff position in the Eastern Conference. The team and coach remain hopeful but acknowledge that a return within the short season timeframe would require significant progress in Clark's recovery and practice participation.