The Indiana Fever have a big one Wednesday night against the Golden State Valkyries, and the big question around Indianapolis is whether Caitlin Clark suits up. The rookie guard is listed as probable on the WNBA injury report with a back problem. That’s been a recurring theme this season.
Clark has been on and off that report all year. The Fever are being careful with her. Back stuff can linger, and they don’t want to push it. But she has played in 19 of the team’s 23 games so far, so the probable tag almost always ends with her on the floor.
And when she’s out there, she’s been something else. Clark is averaging 20.1 points, 7.8 assists and 4.2 rebounds per game. She’s shooting 42.7 percent from the field and 33.1 percent from three. Not bad for a rookie adjusting to the pro game and dealing with a nagging injury.
Fever vs. Valkyries Has Real Stakes
This isn’t just a random Wednesday night game. The Fever come in at 14-9, sitting atop the Eastern Conference. That’s a solid spot for a team that was supposed to be a year or two away. Meanwhile, Golden State is 17-7 and tied for second in the West. Both teams are playing well. Both have something to prove.
Clark’s presence obviously changes things for Indiana. She’s the engine of the offense. When she’s out there, the Fever are harder to guard, more dangerous in transition, and just generally more confident. The team has not confirmed anything beyond that probable designation, but all signs point to her playing.
The matchup itself should be tight. The Valkyries have depth and experience. The Fever have Clark and a young core that’s figuring it out on the fly. If she plays, and it looks like she will, Indiana has a real shot at knocking off one of the West’s best teams.
So yeah, Caitlin Clark is probably playing tonight. Check back closer to tip for the official update, but bet on seeing number 22 out there.
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