Indiana Fever fans held their breath as star player Caitlin Clark exited Monday’s game against the Connecticut Sun in the second quarter due to an apparent left ankle injury.
The incident occurred while on defense when Clark seemed to fold her ankle under her as she approached a Connecticut player setting a screen. Despite not making contact with her opponent, Clark went down briefly before being helped off the court. The game was halted with 5:29 remaining in the first half, with the Sun leading 36-34.
Fortunately, after missing the remainder of the quarter, Clark displayed resilience by returning to the court at the start of the second half. Although she rejoined the action, her impact was limited, and she did not make a significant contribution in the remainder of the game.
Clark, a standout rookie for the Fever averaging a team-best 17 points per game, experienced tightness in her ankle during warmups. Despite initially downplaying the severity of the discomfort, the injury eventually forced her to exit the game temporarily.
Despite Clark’s absence from the court, the Fever managed to maintain a narrow lead at halftime, leading 44-41. However, her absence was felt, with her eight points, two rebounds, and two turnovers in the first half illustrating her importance to the team’s performance.
As the Fever and Clark navigate this setback, fans will anxiously await updates on her condition and hope for a swift recovery to full strength.
