Caitlin Clark continues to mend a left groin injury that will now sideline her for a fifth straight game.
The Indiana Fever (9-8) listed Clark as “out” in their Friday evening injury report ahead of Saturday’s home date against the Los Angeles Sparks (5-13).
It’s the ninth regular season game that Clark has missed during the 2025 WNBA season and the 10th including the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup championship game against the Minnesota Lynx.
Fever head coach Stephanie White commented on Clark’s injury recovery earlier on Friday following Indiana’s practice before Clark’s status for Saturday’s contest was revealed.
“Well, we went through semi-live shooting drills. I mean, it wasn’t really live. It was semi-live shooting drills. Still hasn’t gone full-speed in a practice or a live defensive group, but she’s been getting some 3-on-3 work on her own. I think the biggest thing is she’s stated she’s not a fan of minutes restrictions.
“If there’s going to be a minutes restriction, maybe we’ll hold her another game. It’s evaluating her again in the morning, seeing what she’s done with however many days there have been of more loading and make a decision from there. But, again, I prioritize her long-term health and wellness and making sure that when she comes back, she’s a 100 percent,” White said.
Clark previously missed five games with a left quadriceps strain.
Clark, the 2024 No. 1 pick, is averaging 18.2 points, 8.9 assists and 5.0 rebounds in nine games this season, shooting 39.0% from the field and 29.5% from 3-point range. She recently was named an All-Star starter and captain by virtue of receiving the most fan votes.
The Fever tip-off against the Sparks at 6 p.m. CT Saturday night in a game that will be televised on NBA TV.
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Reporting by Josh Helmer, Hawkeyes Wire / Hawkeyes Wire
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