Overview

• Clark sustained a left quadriceps strain during the Fever’s May 24 loss to the New York Liberty and will miss at least four games over a two-week span.
• Head coach Stephanie White emphasized a cautious rehabilitation plan to prevent lingering issues and set a June 9 date to evaluate Clark’s progress.
• Veteran point guard Sydney Colson and wings Kelsey Mitchell, Sophie Cunningham, and Lexie Hull are set to shoulder her minutes, supported by forwards DeWanna Bonner and Natasha Howard.
• Resale ticket prices for several upcoming Fever games have plunged by up to 71% following the announcement of Clark’s absence, reflecting her draw on fan demand.
• Betting markets reacted to her hiatus by lengthening Clark’s MVP odds from –115 to +210, with Napheesa Collier becoming the new favorite.