'We’re Going to Be Smart': Indiana Fever Drop New Caitlin Clark Injury Update

The Fever originally announced on May 26 that Clark would be out at least two weeks. After being reevaluated over the weekend, she had left open the possibility of returning Tuesday, but the team ultimately opted to give her more time.

Clark said last week she would not rush back to the floor.

“I feel like I’ve made a lot of progress, and I feel good, and I’m not going to rush coming back,” Clark said. “It’s day-by-day.”

Indiana will have a four-day break after Tuesday’s game before hosting the Liberty on Saturday — a potential target for Clark’s return. The Fever plan to monitor both her injury recovery and overall game conditioning during this window.

“Both of them being out for long periods of time, you’ve got to work your way back into being game-ready,” White said, referring to Clark and guard Sophie Cunningham. “It’s one thing to do some shooting drills; it’s another thing to get out there on the floor, get back into movement patterns, rhythm, timing.”

Sophie Cunningham Also Progressing Toward Return

Cunningham, who has appeared in just four games this season due to an ankle injury, aggravated the issue in late May and also remains limited in practice.

White said the Fever are taking a similarly deliberate approach with Cunningham as they are with Clark.

“I think for us, we’ve got to work both [Clark] and Sophie back into … are they in basketball condition, what does it mean to go live?” White said. “It’s one thing to do some shooting drills; it’s another thing to get out there on the floor, get back into movement patterns, rhythm, timing. [We’re] picking and choosing the things they can be in practice so we can see their progression.

Indiana Fever Staying Competitive Without Caitlin Clark

Indiana has gone 2-2 during Clark’s absence, remaining competitive despite missing its top playmaker and scorer. The team has shown improved depth and resilience, but is eager to regain Clark’s offensive leadership when she is fully cleared.

Her absence has also impacted ticket demand and television ratings — a reflection of Clark’s star power early in her WNBA career.

For now, the Fever continues to take a day-by-day approach with both Clark and Cunningham, focused on returning them to full game readiness rather than rushing the timeline.