Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever's star guard, is set to miss her seventh consecutive game due to a right groin injury when the team faces the Seattle Storm on Sunday, August 3, 2025. The injury occurred late in the Fever's victory over the Connecticut Sun on July 15.
The Fever have not provided a specific timeline for Clark's return, emphasizing the priority of her long-term health and well-being. On July 24, the team announced that further medical evaluations confirmed no additional injuries or damage. Clark will continue to work with the medical team on her recovery and rehabilitation.
This latest groin injury marks the fourth muscle injury of the season for Clark. She previously missed time due to a left quad strain and a separate left groin injury, limiting her to just 13 appearances out of the Fever's 29 regular-season games thus far.
Despite the setbacks, the Fever have managed to maintain a competitive edge, winning four games in a row without Clark. This winning streak has allowed the team to be patient with Clark's recovery, ensuring she has ample time to return to full strength. Coach Stephanie White has emphasized the importance of taking the recovery process "one step at a time, one day at a time".
White stated that Clark's recovery is progressing well. The team is being diligent to avoid setbacks and prioritizing patience. While there is no firm return date, there is hope that Clark could be back on the court sometime in August.
Even with her recent struggles, Clark is averaging 16.5 points, five rebounds, and 8.8 assists per game, ranking second in the league in assists. However, her shooting percentages have dipped, particularly from beyond the arc, where she is shooting just 27.9% for the season and a mere 2 of 35 on the road.
The Fever's upcoming schedule includes a four-game road trip against the Los Angeles Sparks and Phoenix Mercury. It remains uncertain whether Clark will be cleared to play during this road stretch. After the road trip, the Fever return to Indianapolis to face the Chicago Sky on Saturday, August 9, which some speculate could be a potential return date for Clark if her recovery continues positively.
In addition to Clark, the Storm will be without Katie Lou Samuelson, who is out for the season due to a torn ACL.
