Caitlin Clark Sidelined with Groin Injury, Misses Fever vs. Sparks Amid Shooting Slump

In a disappointing turn of events for Indiana Fever fans, superstar Caitlin Clark will sit out the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Sparks due to a left groin injury. This marks the second time this season that Clark has been sidelined, having previously missed five games with a calf injury earlier this year.

Clark's recent performance on the court has raised eyebrows, with a noticeable slump in her shooting. After a strong return from her earlier injury—sinking 11 of her first 20 three-point attempts—she's struggled, managing just 1-for-23 from beyond the arc in her last three games. Despite the scoring drought, she’s shown her playmaking prowess with impressive assist numbers, tallying 9, 10, and 9 in those contests.

The Fever, currently standing at a .500 record of 7-7, managed to pull off a win against the Seattle Storm in their most recent road game, thanks to standout performances from Aaliyah Boston, who racked up 31 points and 8 rebounds, and Kelsey Mitchell with 26 points. Clark’s teammates remain confident in her recovery. "She’ll be fine," said Lexie Hull, emphasizing Clark’s resilience and skill as a shooter.

This injury is a new hurdle for Clark, who had never missed time due to injury before this season. With the Fever facing a brief home stint before hitting the road again, fans are left wondering how long their star player will be out of action. For now, the team will need to lean on its depth to keep the momentum going against a struggling Sparks squad, who sit at 4-11.