🚨😳 Disaster Strikes for Indiana Fever – Caitlin Clark to Miss TWO WEEKS
The Indiana Fever have been dealt a devastating blow early in the 2025 WNBA season as star rookie guard Caitlin Clark is expected to miss at least two weeks due to an ankle injury sustained in practice, the team announced Monday.
The injury occurred during a team scrimmage when Clark landed awkwardly on a teammate’s foot while attempting a jump shot. She immediately winced in pain and was helped off the court by the training staff. Initial scans revealed a mild ankle sprain — not serious enough for surgery, but significant enough to sideline the No. 1 overall pick for the foreseeable future.
For a team already struggling to find consistency, the loss of their franchise centerpiece is a major setback. Clark has been the heartbeat of the Fever’s offense since her debut, leading the team in scoring (17.3 points per game) and assists (6.1 per game), while also drawing sellout crowds in every arena she visits. Her absence could dramatically alter the team’s performance and fan engagement.
“This is definitely disappointing,” head coach Christie Sides said during a press conference. “Caitlin has brought a new level of energy and leadership to our team. But we’re going to rally together, stay positive, and use this time to get better.”
Clark also issued a statement via social media, thanking fans for their support and promising to come back stronger. “Grateful it wasn’t worse,” she wrote. “I’ll be doing everything I can to heal up and get back out there with my teammates. We’re building something special in Indiana, and I’m not going to let this slow us down.”
The timing couldn’t be worse for the Fever. They are currently 1–4 and struggling to keep up in a competitive Eastern Conference. Without Clark on the floor, the team will need to look to veteran guard Erica Wheeler and second-year forward NaLyssa Smith to shoulder the offensive load. Rookie forward Aliyah Boston is also expected to take on more leadership responsibilities in Clark’s absence.
While the injury is considered minor in the long run, missing two weeks could mean Clark will sit out at least four to five games, depending on the team’s travel schedule and her recovery progress. That stretch includes tough matchups against title contenders like the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces — games that will test the Fever’s depth and resilience.
WNBA fans across the country, many of whom have been tuning in specifically to watch Clark’s electrifying play, expressed disappointment but also support. Social media was flooded with well wishes, with hashtags like #GetWellSoonCaitlin and #ClarkStrong trending shortly after the news broke.
“This just shows how quickly things can change,” said former WNBA star Candace Parker during a halftime segment on national television. “Caitlin Clark has been the most exciting thing to happen to women’s basketball in a long time. Her injury is a big loss not just for the Fever but for the league as a whole.”
Analysts agree that while the injury is not season-ending, it will be a critical test for Indiana. “This is where team culture matters,” said ESPN’s LaChina Robinson. “It’s easy to play hard when your star is on the floor. The real question is how they respond without her.”
There is hope, however. Clark’s work ethic and competitive spirit are legendary. At Iowa, she played through injuries, fought through adversity, and led her team to back-to-back NCAA championship games. Fever fans are optimistic that she’ll bring that same toughness and recovery speed to her WNBA journey.
In the meantime, Indiana Fever’s fate hangs in the balance — and their young star’s road to recovery becomes the new focus of the season.
