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Caitlin Clark makes announcement about her All-Star availability

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Grey Papke | Last updated Jul 17, 2025 2:47 PM ET

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark made an announcement Thursday regarding her availability for Saturday’s WNBA All-Star Game.

In a statement, Clark ruled herself out of both the game and the 3-Point Contest due to a recurrence of her groin injury. The star guard said she had to prioritize resting her body, but would be in attendance for the game.

“I am incredibly sad and disappointed to say I can’t participate in the 3-Point Contest or the All-Star Game,” Clark said. “I have to rest my body. I will still be at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for all the action and I’m looking forward to helping Sandy (Brondello) coach our team to a win.”

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This will particularly sting for Clark, as this is a home All-Star Game in Indianapolis. She had been on track to return before aggravating the right groin injury in Tuesday’s game, a contest that was very frustrating for her.

Clark would have been a starter and captain for the game after being voted in by fans. WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert will now appoint a player to take her place.

Clark is averaging 16.5 points and 8.8 rebounds per game so far this season. Injuries have caused her to miss 10 games already, with potentially more to come after the All-Star break depending on how quickly she recovers from her current injury.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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