What's the latest on Caitlin Clark's injury? Here's what we know.
Fever coach Stephanie White told reporters on Tuesday that Clark should be available for Indiana's home game against the Golden State Valkyries, the first game she's been healthy for since June 24.
As long as Clark doesn't have any issues before Wednesday's game, Fever fans should be able to cheer on Clark once again. Her return is a huge step forward for the Fever, who went 3-2 in Clark's absence (2-2 in regular-season play and a Commissioner's Cup final win).
"I'm definitely excited to get back out there," Clark told reporters during Tuesday's practice time, adding that she's not sure what her minutes will look like in her first game back from her groin injury.
Hopefully for the Fever, this will be Clark's final injury setback during the 2025 season.
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