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Fever Clinch Playoffs With Record 23 Wins as Team Resets Without Caitlin Clark

Head coach Stephanie White says the shutdown provides roster clarity before a tougher postseason path.

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Fever guard Sophie Cunningham prior to a game against the Mercury at PHX Arena in Phoenix on Aug. 7, 2025.
Sep 7, 2025; Baltimore, MD, USA; Indiana Fever guard Aerial Powers (23) reacts after a play against the Washington Mystics during the fourth quarter at CFG Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Caitlin Clark is officially out for the rest of the 2025 season, with the team citing a right groin issue alongside a quad problem and an ankle bone bruise as she continues rehab.
  • Indiana secured a playoff berth and a franchise-best 23 wins, can finish no worse than seventh, and is set to host at least one postseason game with final seeding still to be determined.
  • Stephanie White emphasized that clarity around Clark’s status allows the Fever to move forward with the current group and defined roles.
  • Odyssey Sims is expected to handle the starting point guard duties, with Shey Peddy in the backup role as rotations stabilize heading into the playoffs.
  • Models and oddsmakers show lowered expectations for Indiana without Clark, including roughly a 34% chance to advance and Caesars listing the Fever at +20000, while medical voices note the shutdown reduces pressure and aids her recovery focus.