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Caitlin Clark Lights Up First Quarter in Fever Return Against Liberty

Her return comes as the league struggles with a 55% drop in national viewership during her injury absence.

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Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever celebrates a basket during the second half of a game against the Las Vegas Aces at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on September 13, 2024 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Overview

  • Caitlin Clark ended a five-game layoff from a left quadriceps strain by starting Saturday’s Commissioner’s Cup game against the New York Liberty.
  • She scored 14 points in the first quarter, drilling three three-pointers in a 38-second span to erase a nine-point deficit.
  • The Fever remained without DeWanna Bonner for personal reasons, while the Liberty listed Jonquel Jones as day-to-day with an ankle issue.
  • Clark insisted on no minutes restriction and prepared to play a full game in her comeback.
  • The WNBA saw a 55% decline in national telecast viewership during Clark’s absence, underscoring her impact on the league’s popularity.