Fever's Clark Isn't Too Concerned About Back Issues
Clark is probable for the Fever’s rematch, and Indiana hopes her back issue will not limit a team that has won 3 straight.
- The Indiana Fever visit the Golden State Valkyries at the Chase Center on Thursday for a rematch, with star guard Caitlin Clark listed as probable for the second consecutive game due to a back injury.
- Last Friday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indiana earned a 90-82 victory over the Valkyries, extending their winning streak to three games; Clark led with 22 points and nine assists while Aliyah Boston added 20 points and 16 rebounds.
- Clark, who missed 31 of 44 games last season, provided a reassuring update this week, saying her back issue is "anything of any concern." Teammate Bree Hall is also out with an unspecified illness.
- Head coach Stephanie White recently praised Sophie Cunningham as a "Swiss Army knife," highlighting her versatility across multiple positions and roles; Cunningham continues rounding into form off the bench.
- Thursday's matchup marks the first of two road games, with Indiana set to visit Portland Fire on Saturday; Golden State enters off a 97-70 victory over Connecticut Sun on Monday at the Chase Center.
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Burton, Williams lead the way as Valkyries hold off Clark, Fever in 90-88 win
Veronica Burton had 25 points, six rebounds and a career-best five blocked shots, Gabby Williams added 19 points, six rebounds and six assists, and the Golden State Valkyries beat Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever 90-88.
Caitlin Clark probable (back) against Valkyries
SAN FRANCISCO (WISH) — Caitlin Clark is listed as probable with a back injury for the Fever’s game against the Golden State Valkyries on Thursday. Clark missed the Fever’s game on May 20 against the Portland Fire with the back injury, but returned for the Fever’s last game on May 22 against the Valkyries. Clark has averaged 23.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 9.0 assists per game in five games this season. Elsewhere on the injury report, Fever guard …
Caitlin Clark listed as probable for Fever-Valkyries rematch following early season back issues
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The latest development in Caitlin Clark’s closely followed season arrived about 24 hours before tip off of the Indiana Fever’s latest game. Clark was listed as probable ahead of Thursday’s matchup with the Golden State Valkyries as she continues to deal with a back issue early in the WNBA season. Meanwhile, all signs point to teammate Bree Hall also being available to suit up. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORT…
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