Indiana Fever Injury Report: Will Caitlin Clark Play Against Connecticut Sun on August 28? Find Out
Caitlin Clark's status for the August 28 game against Connecticut Sun raises questions. Will the star player take the court, or is a setback looming? Find out more.
Caitlin Clark is ready to face the Connecticut Sun. Despite her injury, she returned in the second quarter and played a crucial role in her team's victory. Her sprained ankle didn't seem to hinder her performance as she shot 6-of-14 from the field and added seven assists. She also made 4-of-9 from beyond the arc, tying the WNBA rookie record for most 3-pointers.
In another game with the Indiana Fever, Clark continued her historic run. On Monday night, she matched Atlanta Dream's Rhyne Howard for the most 3-pointers made by a rookie in WNBA history (85) during Indiana's 84-79 victory over Howard and the Dream. Clark's recent performance, including a 19-point, 7-assist game, adds to a series of strong showings. Since the All-Star break, she ranks 11th in the WNBA in scoring (18) and leads in assists (8.2) per game.
Clark's history of setting records began in college. At Iowa, she set the NCAA Division I scoring record, became the Big Ten's all-time assist leader, and made the most 3-pointers in a single season. As she prepares to break Howard's rookie 3-point record on Wednesday against the Connecticut Sun, here’s a look at the WNBA history she's already made and what records she might set next.
How to watch Indiana Fever vs Connecticut Sun?
Day: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM ET
TV Channel: NBA TV, BSIN, and NBCS-BOS
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Arena: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Live Stream: Watch on Fubo
Injury Report for Indiana Fever vs Connecticut Sun
Indiana Fever
None
Connecticut Sun
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Key players for Indiana Fever vs Connecticut Sun
Indiana Fever
Kelsey Mitchell
Caitlin Clark
Lexie Hull
NaLyssa Smith
Aliyah Boston
Connecticut Sun
DeWanna Bonner
Alyssa Thomas
Brionna Jones
DiJonai Carrington
Tyasha Harris
The Connecticut Sun will face off against the Indiana Fever on Wednesday, August 28, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The game is set to tip off at 7 p.m. ET (4 p.m. PT) and will be broadcast live on Bally Sports Indiana and NBC Sports Boston. Fans can also live stream the action through the WNBA League Pass.
This season, the Connecticut Sun has shown remarkable consistency, while the Indiana Fever is gaining momentum with their offense peaking at the perfect time. The Sun vs. Fever game is expected to be a thrilling showdown that will keep basketball fans on the edge of their seats. Caitlin Clark is anticipated to lead Indiana to a close, nail-biting home victory.
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