Caitlin Clark will not be playing tonight for the Indiana Fever as she continues to recover from a left quadriceps strain suffered in late May. The team announced Clark’s injury on May 26, stating she would be sidelined for at least two weeks, with a possible return no earlier than June 10.
Clark’s absence has been a major setback for the Fever, who are also dealing with other injuries in their backcourt. To address the shortage, Indiana signed Aari McDonald under an emergency hardship exception, highlighting the severity of their roster situation.
Medical experts and team officials have indicated that Clark’s recovery could extend beyond the initial two-week estimate, as quad strains can be slow to heal and are critical for a player’s mobility and explosiveness The Fever are prioritizing a cautious approach, aiming to avoid rushing their star rookie back before she is fully healthy.
Clark’s next possible appearance could come when the Fever face the Atlanta Dream on June, but her status remains day-to-day as she continues rehabilitation.
