The WNBA is entering a crucial stretch of its season, where every win counts—and every loss can be a major setback. Tonight in Indianapolis, Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever welcome Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky in a matchup between two teams facing very different realities within the league.
Stephanie White’s squad continues to stay on track in the Eastern Conference, but they’re determined not to lose ground to the New York Liberty and the Atlanta Dream—two of the hottest teams in the league right now.
The Sky, meanwhile, have struggled to find their footing this season, managing just eight wins while already racking up a concerning 22 losses. Another setback at this stage could have serious implications for the franchise’s immediate future in the 2025 campaign.
Will Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese be on the court tonight?
In what was expected to be a high-energy matchup, fans will be disappointed to learn that both teams’ stars will be absent from the court. Neither Caitlin Clark nor Angel Reese recovered in time from their respective injuries and have officially been ruled out for tonight’s game.
What injury does Caitlin Clark have?
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has been dealing with multiple soft tissue injuries this season, including a quad strain and injuries to both her left and right groin. Her most recent injury, a right groin strain, occurred on July 15. As of today, she has missed 18 regular-season games, as well as the WNBA All-Star Game and the Commissioner’s Cup final.
There is currently no official timetable for her return, as the team is prioritizing her long-term health and is taking a cautious approach to her recovery. She has been seen doing some running and rehab work but has not yet returned to full basketball activities with the team.
What is Reese’s current situation?
Chicago Sky star Angel Reese is currently sidelined with a back injury. While specific details of the injury have not been made public, she has missed seven of the team’s last nine games, as well as an additional two games earlier in the season for the same reason.
The Sky’s head coach, Tyler Marsh, has stated there is “no concrete timetable” for her return, and she is being considered “day-to-day.” The team is being cautious with her recovery, as they are out of playoff contention.
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