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Indiana Fever Post 4-Word Question Before Caitlin Clark’s Return to Iowa

Sunday is game day in Iowa City, Iowa, and it marks a special homecoming for Caitlin Clark. The Indiana Fever guard is returning to Carver-Hawkeye Arena, the place she called home during her historic college career, for an exhibition matchup with the Fever against the Brazilian National Team.

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Caitlin Clark's Interaction With WNBA Referee During Fever Game Caught on Camera

The Indiana Fever opened their preseason against the Washington Mystics at home in Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Saturday's showdown saw the Mystics jump out to an early 24-13 first‑quarter lead, before the Fever bounced back and edged out the victory in the second half.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 4

Fever's Sophie Cunningham Sends Message to Caitlin Clark, Teammates After Confrontation vs. Mystics

The WNBA preseason began on Saturday with the Indiana Fever hosting the Washington Mystics and securing a 79-74 win over coach Sydney Johnson's team. Fever

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese's Massive Attendance Gap Feels Telling

After Angel Reese's LSU return drew an embarrassing crowd on Friday, fans couldn't help but compare it to the attendance that Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever got in their first WNBA preseason game.

Connecticut Huskies News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'No. 1 overall WNBA Draft picks' quiz

Since its inception in 1997, the WNBA has seen 28 draft picks go first overall, counting the inaugural season's Elite draft, which selected already graduated players who had already been playing professionally on other American teams or overseas. How many of these 28 players can you name?

The 'WNBA MVP award winners' quiz

The 'WNBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'WNBA single season scoring leaders' quiz

WNBA News / Hoopfeed.com / May 3

Mystics Can’t Escape the Heat in Fever’s OT Preseason Victory

The Indiana Fever kicked off the 2025 WNBA preseason with a hard-fought 79-74 overtime win against the Washington Mystics on Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Angel Reese Names Sky Teammate Who Has 'Made My Life Easier'

As the Chicago Sky continue to build around their core of Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso, they added a number of new players to the roster during the offseason.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Mystics Under Fire for Postgame Behavior After Loss to Fever

After playing in 42-of-42 possible games (regular season and playoffs) for the Indiana Fever during the 2024 WNBA season, Caitlin Clark was ruled out for Saturday's preseason opener.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Caitlin Clark Earns New Nickname After Fever-Mystics Game

The Indiana Fever made their return to Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday afternoon for their first game of the 2025 WNBA preseason. With Caitlin Clark sidelined due to a leg injury, the Fever were still able to secure a 79-74 victory in overtime over the Washington Mystics despite trailing by six points heading into the final minute of regulation.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Pressure Builds For Fever to Make Big Lineup Change After Mystics Game

In her first game with the Indiana Fever, newly acquired guard Sophie Cunningham led her team to a 79-74 overtime win against the Washington Mystics in their WNBA preseason opener.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Indiana Fever Veteran Serving as a Big Influence on Caitlin Clark

When the Indiana Fever signed DeWanna Bonner to a one-year contract in February, they weren’t just adding a future Hall of Famer but investing in leadership, experience, and accountability.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Stephanie White Reveals Major Caitlin Clark Injury Update After Missing Fever Game

Stephanie White understands the significance of Sunday’s preseason matchup. Her Indiana Fever team will play the Brazil National Team in Iowa City — a return to the University of Iowa for Caitlin Clark.

Chicago Sky News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Chicago Sky Cut 3 of Angel Reese’s Teammates on Saturday

The Chicago Sky opened their 2025 preseason with a convincing 89-62 victory over Brazil’s national team at LSU’s Pete Maravich Assembly Center on May 2.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Sophie Cunningham Had Words After Fever’s Preseason Win Over Mystics

The WNBA returned to action this weekend with the start of the 2025 preseason. Saturday's lone game featured the Indiana Fever hosting the Washington Mystics.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / May 3

Caitlin Clark (leg) sits out preseason game vs. Mystics

Caitlin Clark missed the Indiana Fever's WNBA preseason opener against the Washington Mystics Saturday due to an issue with her left leg. The move was believed to be precautionary.

Valkyries' surprising Shyanne Sellers decision raises plenty of questions

The Valkyries are already dealing with questions before tipping off their inaugural WNBA season.

Fever's Caitlin Clark setting high bar heading into 2025 season

Clark roasts her teammates

Aces work out the kinks in preseason win over Wings

WNBPA taking aggressive approach in CBA negotiations

Becky Hammon on possible NBA return in wake of Gregg Popovich news

WNBA News / Beyond Women's Sports / May 3

WNBA Preseason: Connecticut Sun at Seattle Storm

All things considered, the Connecticut Sun and Seattle Storm are a tale of two different teams entering their preseason matchup on May 4. Connecticut is in full rebuild mode as their starting lineup from last season is no longer there.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / May 3

Celeste Taylor’s advice to Phoenix Mercury rookies: take it day by day

PHOENIX — Celeste Taylor returns for her second season with the Phoenix Mercury and she wants the Phoenix rookies to take their journeys one day at a time as she’s doing for hers.

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2

Becky Hammon comments on possible NBA return in wake of Gregg Popovich news

The former WNBA All-Star Hammon, 48, previously served on Popovich’s NBA staff in San Antonio from 2014-21.

Gregg Popovich issues statement on his retirement decision

New Spurs coach could be on the hot seat right away

Legendary Hall of Fame athletes who only played for one franchise

The 'NBA head coaches all-time leaders in wins' quiz

WNBA News / Field Level Media / May 2

Becky Hammon salutes mentor Gregg Popovich, happy as WNBA coach

When Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon heard Friday that Gregg Popovich will no longer be head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, she immediately felt the emotions churning.

WNBA News / Dice City Sports / May 2

Aces work out the kinks in preseason win over Wings

And we’re off! The WNBA preseason has started with the Las Vegas Aces taking on the Dallas Wings at Notre Dame. The championship caliber Aces took advantage of the mismatch against the young, rookie-filled Dallas Wings in the first quarter going up 18 to 10 with 3:10 left in the first quarter.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / May 2