Indiana Fever guard and WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark missed the team’s exhibition opener on Saturday due to a left leg injury. The decision to hold her out was deemed precautionary, ensuring Clark is ready for the upcoming season. The Fever are taking no chances with their prized rookie, especially considering they have another exhibition game scheduled for Sunday in Iowa – Clark’s home state. This game will undoubtedly be a homecoming celebration for the Iowa native, and the team wants to ensure she’s fully fit to participate.
Clark, initially listed as questionable, did participate in pre-game warmups. However, the Fever ultimately decided to keep her sidelined as a preventative measure. She watched the game from the bench as her teammates took on the Washington Mystics in Indianapolis.
The news is likely a relief to Fever fans, who will be eager to see Clark in action in the regular season. Her remarkable 2024 season saw her play in every regular season and playoff game, averaging an impressive 19.2 points, 8.4 assists, and 5.7 rebounds. This consistency is remarkable, especially when considering her incredible college career at Iowa, where she never missed a game during her four years.
At Iowa, Clark cemented her legendary status by becoming the all-time Division I scoring leader. She played an average of 34.8 minutes per game, scoring 28.4 points, adding 8.2 assists and 7.1 rebounds per game. Her consistent performance in college is a testament to her dedication and talent, making her absence from Saturday’s game a significant event, albeit one taken as a cautious step.
With the regular season fast approaching, the Fever’s priority is undoubtedly to have Clark at full strength. The precautionary rest suggests that the injury is not serious, offering hope that she’ll be back on the court soon, ready to continue her impressive WNBA career.
