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Collier Returns With 32 as Lynx Beat Fever 97–84, Tightening Indiana’s Playoff Picture

Caitlin Clark remains out without a return timetable despite only limited non-contact work reported.

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Jul 3, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) drives past Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby (5) in the third quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Aug 24, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier (24) dribbles the ball against the Indiana Fever in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Napheesa Collier scored 32 points with nine rebounds in her first game back after seven missed contests, lifting WNBA‑best Minnesota to 30-7.
  • Caitlin Clark missed her 15th straight game with a groin injury and has sat out 24 of Indiana’s 37 games this season due to various injuries.
  • Indiana coach Stephanie White reiterated there is no timeline for Clark’s return, though local reporting noted she did low‑impact, non‑contact drills at shootaround.
  • The Fever fell to 19-18 and are tied with Golden State in the standings with seven games left, leaving the race for the final playoff spots tightly bunched.
  • Public chatter around the game included pregame models heavily favoring Minnesota (Dimers’ 78% win probability) and fan criticism of officiating after a late technical on the Lynx.