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Caitlin Clark Shares Indiana Fever Rookie’s Nickname After Career Game

After suffering a groin injury on June 24 against the Seattle Storm, Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark has now missed five consecutive games and 10 total during the 2025 WNBA season.

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Aliyah Boston's Big Game in Caitlin Clark's Absence Didn't Go Unnoticed

The Indiana Fever needed the rest of the team to step up on Saturday night amid another injury absence for cornerstone superstar Caitlin Clark. Clark was forced to sit out again on Saturday against the Los Angeles Sparks as she continues to deal with a lingering groin injury.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Aliyah Boston’s Failed Final Shot Draws Blunt Response From Fever Coach

After winning three straight games without Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and the Indiana Fever came back down to Earth. On Saturday night, Boston and the Fever suffered their ninth loss of the season, falling to Rickea Jackson and the Los Angeles Sparks, 89-87, in front of their home crowd at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Caitlin Clark’s Interaction With Ref During Fever’s Ninth Loss

The Indiana Fever suffered their ninth loss of the season on Saturday night after a disappointing 89-87 defeat at the hands of the Los Angeles Sparks.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Indiana Fever On Wrong Side Of Kelsey Plum Announcement

After winning three straight games without Caitlin Clark, including the Commissioner's Cup championship, the Indiana Fever saw their winning streak snapped.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Fever’s Post After Ninth Loss Fuels Caitlin Clark Debate

The Indiana Fever looked like they were well on their way to securing their fourth straight win on Saturday night. It just wasn't to be, though, as the

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6

Kelsey Plum pulls disrespectful move on Lexie Hull in Fever-Sparks game

Kelsey Plum was doing a little too much during Saturday’s game against the Indiana Fever. The Los Angeles Sparks guard Plum pulled a disrespectful move on Indiana’s Lexie Hull in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s contest at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 5

LA Sparks Roast Indiana Fever With Perfect Sophie Cunningham Reference

When the WNBA announced its upcoming expansion to Philadelphia, Detroit and Cleveland, most people around the league were excited by the news. But not everyone was on board.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 5

Late bucket, defensive stop help Sparks put away Fever

Azura Stevens and Kelsey Plum anchored the Los Angeles Sparks to a narrow 89-87 victory over the Indiana Fever on Saturday night in Indianapolis. Stevens made a key free throw with 3.1 seconds to put the visitors ahead by two, finishing with a double-double of 21 points and 12 rebounds.

Indiana Fever News / Indiana Fever on SI / July 5

Stephanie White Reveals What Went Wrong for Fever in Loss to Sparks

The Indiana Fever fell to 9-9 on the 2025 WNBA regular season after a July 5 defeat to the Los Angeles Sparks by a score of 89-87. Indiana has struggled against Los Angeles this season, as they also lost to them on June 26 after blowing a fourth quarter lead.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Indiana Fever Player on Temporary Leave Reacts to New Post From WNBA Team

The Indiana Fever have been highly successful as of late, heading into a matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks. Indiana has won three straight games,

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 5

Napheesa Collier (22 points), Lynx handle Valkyries

Napheesa Collier scored 22 points on 8-for-11 shooting from the field, and the Minnesota Lynx held on for an 82-71 win over the Golden State Valkyries on Saturday night in Minneapolis.

Indiana Fever News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 5

Dave Portnoy Cooks ESPN Analyst for Fever 'More Dangerous' Without Caitlin Clark Take

The Indiana Fever played two fantastic games of basketball on July 1 and July 3, respectively, when they blew out the Minnesota Lynx and then did the same against the Las Vegas Aces.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Sophie Cunningham’s Immediate Reaction After Getting Grabbed by the Neck in Fever Game

Still without Caitlin Clark, who has now missed 10 games in 2025, Sophie Cunningham and the Indiana Fever eyed their 10th win of the WNBA season. On Saturday, the Fever (9-8) faced Kelsey Plum and the Los Angeles Sparks for the second time this year on their home court at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / July 5

WNBA Blown Away by Indiana Fever Play Against Sparks

Caitlin Clark was forced to sit out again on Saturday night for the Indiana Fever as she continues to nurse a lingering groin injury. This was her fifth

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Kelsey Mitchell News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Kelsey Mitchell Shares Heartfelt Moment With Fever Fan on Saturday Night

There’s no doubt the next generation is helping shape the future of the WNBA. That was clear during a touching exchange before Saturday’s matchup between the Indiana Fever and Los Angeles Sparks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 5

Indiana Fever Player on Temporary Leave Was 'in a Lot of Pain' After Injury Scare

Given Caitlin Clark's five-game absence due to a lingering groin problem, the last thing the Indiana Fever need right now is another injury to one of the

New York Liberty News / Athlon Sports / July 5

New York Liberty Coach Sandy Brondello Reveals Jonquel Jones Update on Saturday

The New York Liberty will host the Seattle Storm on Sunday inside the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. However, Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello told NY Post women’s sports reporter Madeline Kenney on Saturday that center Jonquel Jones will remain away from the team with an ankle injury.

Minnesota Lynx News / Bring Me The News / July 5

Lynx's Napheesa Collier claps back at fan over WNBPA conspiracy claim

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier clapped back at a fan's social media post on Saturday alleging she and Breanna Stewart have a conflict of interest as members of the WNBPA executive committee.

Dallas Wings News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / July 5

Paige Bueckers Angry Double Ball Wall Slam at Wings Practice Turns Heads

Dallas Wings star rookie Paige Bueckers is known for typically being a cool customer, both on and off the basketball court. Her nonchalant personality is part of what has helped her secure one of the biggest fan bases in all of women's basketball.

Phoenix Mercury News / Burn City Sports / July 5

ESPN predicts Phoenix Mercury standout to be All-Star reserve

PHOENIX — ESPN predicts Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas will be chosen for the WNBA All-Star team as a reserve. Thomas currently leads the league in assists, averaging 9.3.

Indiana Fever News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5

Breathtaking new Caitlin Clark billboard in Indianapolis draws attention

Caitlin Clark is getting her “We Are All Witnesses” moment.

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WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 5

Sun, Aces meet looking to resolve disappointing stretches

The last-place Connecticut Sun are hopeful a promising addition to the roster will make a difference when they host the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday. Leila Lacan, drafted 10th overall in 2024, is with the Sun (2-15) after France lost to Italy in the bronze-medal game of the EuroBasket tournament and is excited about the next chapter.

Indiana Fever News / Larry Brown Sports / July 4

Sophie Cunningham lands very fitting new endorsement deal

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WNBA News / Burn City Sports / July 3

Mercury overwhelmed by Dallas Wings’ first quarter run in loss

ARLINGTON — The Phoenix Mercury couldn’t overcome an early first-quarter deficit and fell to the Dallas Wings, 98-89, on Thursday, July 3. Early Deficit Too Much To Overcome The Wings went on an 11-2 run to open the first quarter, with Mercury’s Monique Akoa Makani’s three-pointer breaking the run.

Indiana Fever News / Yardbarker / July 4