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Caitlin Clark Cleared to Return for Fever Against New York Liberty

Her return alongside Sophie Cunningham reunites the Fever’s leading playmakers in a bid to reverse a 2-3 slump.

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May 24, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) reacts to the officiating during a game between the Indiana Fever and the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Grace Smith/USA Today Network via Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Caitlin Clark was officially cleared on June 13 to play Saturday’s game after missing five contests with a left quad strain suffered May 24 against the Liberty.
  • Sophie Cunningham practiced without limitations and is expected to suit up after missing four games with an ankle injury.
  • The Fever have a 4-5 record and went 2-3 without Clark, whose 19 points and 9.3 assists per game pace Indiana’s offense.
  • Aari McDonald, signed on a hardship contract during Clark’s absence, was waived following the star guard’s return.
  • Clark’s injury coincided with a 55% drop in nationally televised WNBA viewership, drawing attention to her influence on league ratings with CBA negotiations approaching.