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Caitlin Clark Withdraws From WNBA All-Star Events; Brittney Sykes Steps In

Ruled out after suffering a right groin injury, she will coach from the sideline during a weekend showcasing more than 60 fan events in Indianapolis.

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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 15: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever walks off of the court after a game against the Connecticut Sun during the second half at the TD Garden on July 15, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)
Head coach Stephanie White confirmed the injury following the win by stating that Caitlin Clark “felt a little something in her groin”
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Overview

  • Clark sustained a right groin injury in the final minute of Indiana’s win over the Connecticut Sun on July 15 and was officially ruled out of the All-Star Game and 3-Point Contest.
  • Washington Mystics guard Brittney Sykes was named to fill Clark’s spot on Team Clark’s roster for Saturday’s All-Star matchup.
  • Clark plans to attend all weekend activities at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and assist Indiana Fever coach Sandy Brondello from the bench.
  • Indianapolis will host more than 60 ticketed events—including WNBA Live and Fever Fest—over the July 18-19 All-Star weekend.
  • Clark’s rookie season transformed Fever attendance from about 4,000 to over 17,000 fans per game and drove record national viewership for the franchise.