Indiana Pacers Advance NBA Finals Ending 25-Year Drought

Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever WNBA star currently sidelined with a quad injury, was prominently seen courtside at the Indiana Pacers' Game 6 victory over the New York Knicks that secured the Pacers' first NBA Finals berth since 2000. Along with Fever teammates Lexie Hull and Aliyah Boston, Clark showed enthusiastic support, even playfully mocking Knicks guard Jalen Brunson by mimicking his signature three-point celebration after Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton hit a key three-pointer. Haliburton, who posted a strong performance in the game and was praised by Clark, led the team alongside Pascal Siakam, the Eastern Conference Finals MVP. The Fever stars’ presence underscored a shared Indiana basketball spirit despite Clark's injury and the Fever's current struggles. Clark’s lighthearted trolling and passionate cheering captured attention, reflecting her deep investment in Indiana basketball beyond her own WNBA season. The Pacers will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals, with Clark's support continuing from the sidelines.