Caitlin Clark thanks Indiana Fever, fans for All-Star Game weekend
Clark took to X to share her appreciation for the loyal Indiana Fever fan base, the city of Indianapolis and the thousands of WNBA fans who attended Gainbridge Fieldhouse for the exciting midseason spectacle.
While Clark had hoped to be much more involved in the All-Star Game and its 3-Point Contest, another injury setback forced her to prioritize recovery over playing in the midseason event.
"Incredible weekend in Indy!! Our organization gave everything to make this the best WNBA All-Star Weekend yet—and it delivered in every way. Grateful to call this city home and beyond thankful for the incredible fans who brought the energy and made it special," Clark wrote on social media.
Although Clark did not participate in the WNBA All-Star festivities, she remained present throughout the various auxiliary events and on the sidelines for the All-Star Game as captain of Team Clark.
So far in her 13 games played this season, Clark is averaging 16.5 points, 8.8 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 1.6 steals per game on 36.7% field goal shooting and 27.9% accuracy from 3-point territory.
Given her extended break to receive treatment over the weekend, Indiana hopes that Clark can recover quickly, as the Fever look to build off their recent momentum with the franchise cornerstone on the court.
Indiana opens the second half of their 2025 campaign on Tuesday when the team returns to the Barclays Center in Brooklyn for a matchup against the New York Liberty. The game is scheduled for a 7 p.m. CT tipoff and will be broadcast on ESPN.
Clark is not expected to be available for the contest.
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