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Caitlin Clark Ruled Out for Rest of Season After Late Return Bid Falls Short

Indiana says there is not enough time left in the season for her to be cleared for contact, citing her long-term health.

Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever walks off the court following the WNBA game against the Phoenix Mercury at PHX Arena on September 02, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark signs autographs before a game against the Phoenix Mercury at PHX Arena on Sept. 2, 2025. © Michael Chow/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Overview

  • Caitlin Clark announced Thursday she will miss the remainder of 2025; her last appearance was July 15 after a right groin injury.
  • Coach Stephanie White said a West Coast evaluation period showed they "ran out of time" to bring her back safely, with Clark limited to 5‑on‑0 work and little contact.
  • Her season featured a left quad strain and left groin issue before the July setback, plus a reported August ankle bone bruise during a workout.
  • Indiana is about 21–20 and fighting for a final playoff spot while also losing Aari McDonald, Sydney Colson, Sophie Cunningham and Chloe Bibby to season-ending injuries.
  • Clark played 13 games, averaging 16.5 points, 8.8 assists and 5.0 rebounds, as the Fever framed the shutdown as a big-picture medical decision.