Caitlin Clark’s playoff status in doubt as Fever weigh long-term future over short-term push
The Indiana Fever are fighting to secure a playoff berth, but they may have to finish the WNBA regular season without their most important player. Caitlin Clark, sidelined with a groin injury for more than a month, is still not close to returning, and head coach Stephanie White has admitted the team cannot guarantee her availability before the postseason.Clark was ruled out again on Sunday against the Connecticut Sun, marking her 13th consecutive absence and her 23rd missed game of the year. For Fever fans hoping to see her back in time for the team's final stretch, White's update was less than reassuring."That's the hope. The hope is that she's back," White said when asked if Clark would play again in the regular season. Her careful wording underscored the uncertainty surrounding the situation, with the franchise determined to protect its […]