Fever Keep Rolling Without Caitlin Clark, Extend Streak Against Wings
So, here’s what’s going on with the Indiana Fever — and yes, the Caitlin Clark situation continues to be a big part of the storyline. Clark, the rising star who took the league by storm last season, was officially ruled out again Friday night. That makes it six straight games she’s missed, all because of a right groin injury she suffered back on July 15 during a win over the Connecticut Sun. The team hasn’t given any timeline for her return yet, and right now, everything is being focused on her long-term recovery.
According to the team, Clark’s been undergoing further medical evaluations, and thankfully, no new or additional injuries have been found. She’s continuing rehab with the Fever’s medical staff, but for now, she’s staying on the sidelines. This has been a tough sophomore season for her — three different soft-tissue injuries have kept her to just 13 games so far. From a left quad strain to groin issues on both sides, it’s been a frustrating stop-and-go rhythm for someone who had never missed a game due to injury since high school.
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And while fans were hoping for a matchup between Caitlin Clark and the Wings’ No. 1 overall pick Paige Bueckers this time around, it didn’t happen. That showdown already took place earlier in July, when Clark put up 14 points and 13 assists in a Fever win. But this time, it was all about the rest of the team stepping up.
Despite missing their franchise guard, the Fever are thriving. On Friday, they extended their winning streak to four games with a big 88–78 road win over the Dallas Wings. Kelsey Mitchell led the way with 23 points, Aliyah Boston grabbed her fifth straight double-double, and Natasha Howard tied her career-high with 16 rebounds. Aari McDonald chipped in 15 points and knocked down four threes. It was a balanced, energized team performance — four starters finished in double figures, and they out-rebounded Dallas 44–30.
Paige Bueckers had a strong night for the Wings with 22 points, but she was the only Dallas player to reach double digits. The Wings couldn’t keep up from behind the arc, hitting just two threes compared to Indiana’s 12. The Fever now hold a 3–0 edge over Dallas this season.
So while the Clark absence still looms large — and yes, she’s missed key events like the Commissioner’s Cup and the All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis — the Fever aren’t waiting around. They’re winning now, even without their biggest star. The challenge moving forward? Balancing Clark’s recovery while keeping the momentum alive for what could be a promising playoff push.
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