Indiana Fever Star Caitlin Clark Suffers Groin Injury in Win Over Connecticut Sun

Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever star and WNBA phenom, has struggled with injuries throughout her sophomore season, most recently suffering a groin injury in the final moments of an 85-77 victory against the Connecticut Sun. Despite her limited playing time and shooting struggles, Clark remains the focal point of the Fever's offense and was set to captain Team WNBA and participate in the All-Star Weekend, which is now in jeopardy due to her injury. Head coach Stephanie White confirmed Clark felt discomfort in her groin and will be further evaluated, creating uncertainty about her availability for upcoming games, including a key matchup against the New York Liberty. Clark's injury woes have taken a mental toll on her, as she has missed multiple games this season and has not played back-to-back games due to her physical condition. The Fever have faced challenges with their roster all season, and Clark's health is crucial not only for the team's success but also for the league, as she draws significant fan attention and is a major draw for the WNBA. Her injury raises concerns about the impact on both the Fever's playoff hopes and the visibility of the upcoming All-Star events.