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May 4, 2025; Iowa City, IA, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) looks on with head coach Stephanie White during the third quarter against the Brazil National Team at Carver-Haweye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images

'We Are Going To Start Syd': Caitlin Clark’s Starting Five Replacement Revealed By Fever HC Stephanie White

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Dan Agulto | Last updated May 28, 2025 8:27 AM ET

With Caitlin Clark sidelined for two weeks due to her left quad strain, the Indiana Fever are preparing for a critical adjustment ahead of their matchups. Clark’s absence leaves a void, but head coach Stephanie White is ready and unveiled the Fever’s revised starting lineup on Tuesday.

Thanks to offseason moves, the Fever built substantial depth around rising stars Clark and Aliyah Boston. With their lead guard out, the rest of the roster, led by the experienced White, aims to replicate her impact.

During the Fever’s media appearance, White revealed the person stepping into Clark’s shoes: veteran Sydney Colson. She also expects Sophie Cunningham and Lexie Hull to have more minutes on the court.

“Yeah, we are going to start Syd at the point tomorrow and give that a look. Sophie’s gonna get a heavy dose of it as well. The other thing we love is what Sophie and or Lexi, whichever one brings us from the bench and having that spark, having that punch, so we are going to look at Syd in that starting lineup to start,” White said via Chloe Peterson’s report.

Steph White said Syd Colson is going to get the start at point guard against the Mystics tomorrow.

Mentioned she likes what “Sophie and/or Lexie, either one” brings off the bench. pic.twitter.com/3va0up7mlP

— Chloe Peterson (@chloepeterson67) May 27, 2025

Colson averaged 2.5 points and 1.0 assists in 8.0 minutes with Las Vegas last season. She made four points and three steals this season.

Meanwhile, Cunningham is having decent minutes, coming from a preseason injury. Hull played for 26.3 minutes in all of Indiana’s games.

Despite not possessing Caitlin Clark’s deep scoring and playmaking abilities, Colson’s experience makes her a suitable guard, helping her teammates focus on the court even without Clark with them. Kelsey Mitchell, averaging 17.8 points, remains a primary scorer for the Fever.

May 17, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell (0) hugs Indiana Fever forward DeWanna Bonner (25) on Saturday, May 17, 2025, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Fever defeated the Chicago Sky, 93-58.Mandatory Credit: Grace Smith-IndyStar via Imagn Images

The Fever’s roster, led by Natasha Howard, Boston, and Mitchell, will be tested in Wednesday’s match against the Washington Mystics.

Stephanie White gives candid take on Caitlin Clark’s injury

With Caitlin Clark out due to injury, Fever HC Stephanie White is adapting quickly, remaining focused on keeping the team’s long-term goals intact.

Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White watches the action Sunday, May 4, 2025, during a preseason game between the Indiana Fever and the Brazil national team at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City. The Indiana Fever defeated the Brazilian National Team, 108-44.

During a media interview on Monday, White praised Clark’s maturity in openly communicating about her injury, highlighting the importance of addressing setbacks to prevent consequences late in the season.

“But for me, it’s maintaining perspective. It’s making sure that we address this in a way that doesn’t affect long-term,” White said.

“Sometimes, great players don’t tell you when they’re hurting. I’m glad that she did because we need to nip this in the bud.”

#Fever’s Stephanie White on being cautious with Caitlin Clark’s quad:

“Obviously, she’s a competitor and wants to play. Obviously, everyone wants to watch her play. But for me … it’s making sure that we address this in a way that doesn’t affect long term …” | @TheAthleticWBB pic.twitter.com/kOROYjBaj3

— James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) May 26, 2025

May 22, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) talks to guard Lexie Hull (10) against the Atlanta Dream in the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Though Caitlin Clark will miss an estimated four games starting Wednesday’s match against Washington, White is confident that the Fever can stay competitive and finish their early-season stint strong.

This article first appeared on Hardwood Heroics and was syndicated with permission.

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