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Caitlin Clark Cleared After Preseason Scare, Plays Limited Minutes in Fever Finale

Indiana signals a precaution-first approach to her return from last year’s soft‑tissue injuries.

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Apr 30, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) celebrates a made shot in the first half against the Dallas Wings at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - APRIL 30: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever is fouled during the second half against the Dallas Wings during the preseason game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on April 30, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Clark, who was left off the injury report, dressed and played Saturday in the preseason finale against Nigeria, finishing with 12 points in 13 minutes.
  • Her availability came after Thursday’s third‑quarter collision with Dallas forward Alanna Smith on a 3‑point closeout that officials reviewed and ruled a Flagrant 1.
  • Clark told reporters she felt good and said she landed hard on her kneecap, and coach Stephanie White called her removal at that time a planned precaution.
  • The Fever are controlling Clark’s workload ahead of the May 9 opener against Dallas, with frontcourt anchor Aliyah Boston and guard Ty Harris available for the finale.
  • Clark was limited to 13 games in 2025 due to groin, quad, and ankle problems, which informs both Indiana’s tighter minutes plan and the league’s push to protect shooters’ landing space.