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Viral Sideline Antics by Caitlin Clark Cue Fever’s End to Three-Game Skid

Scheduled for a June 9 re-evaluation, Clark has kept spirits high with her sideline engagement.

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Clark has to find new ways to amuse herself as she recovers from injury
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Overview

  • Clark has been sidelined since May 24 with a left quadriceps strain and will undergo a medical review on June 9 to assess her return.
  • Indiana snapped its three-game losing streak with an 85-76 win over Washington on June 3, marking the team’s first victory without Clark this season.
  • Clark’s pregame warmup blunder—bouncing a ball into the crowd and sharing a ‘good luck’ bracelet with coach Stephanie White—quickly went viral online.
  • Emergency hardship signee Aari McDonald and other bench players helped offset Clark’s season averages of 19.0 points, 9.3 assists and 6.0 rebounds.
  • Fever ticket prices have dipped during Clark’s absence, highlighting her pivotal role in driving fan interest at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.