Caitlin Clark gets major injury update before Fever's showdown with Sparks

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The Indiana Fever may be getting their biggest star back at the perfect time. Ahead of Wednesday night’s road matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks, the Fever released their official injury report, and it included encouraging news for Caitlin Clark. After missing Indiana’s last two games with a lingering back injury, Clark has been listed as probable to play.

The update is a major boost for a Fever team looking to build momentum as it continues its push toward the top of the WNBA standings. While Clark appears to be trending toward a return, Indiana is still monitoring another key starter heading into the nationally televised matchup.

Caitlin Clark trending toward return

The Fever announced Tuesday that Clark is probable for Wednesday’s game because of a back injury. Clark has not played since Indiana’s June 24 loss to the Phoenix Mercury, sitting out the team’s previous two contests while continuing to recover. Despite her absence, the Fever managed to stay competitive thanks to strong performances from Kelsey Mitchell, Sophie Cunningham and the rest of the roster.

Now, all signs point toward Clark making her return against Los Angeles. The 2026 All-Star starter has once again been one of the WNBA’s most productive players this season, averaging 21.2 points, 8.2 assists and 4.0 rebounds through 17 games. She also continues to rank among the league leaders in assists while serving as the engine of Indiana’s offense.

If she’s officially cleared before tipoff, the Fever will welcome back one of the league’s biggest difference-makers.

Status Report for tomorrow’s game at Los Angeles:

Caitlin Clark – Probable (back)
Aliyah Boston – Questionable (right lower leg) pic.twitter.com/rGrbzTpoUx

— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 8, 2026

Aliyah Boston remains questionable

While Clark appears close to returning, Indiana’s injury report included a less encouraging update on fellow All-Star Aliyah Boston. Boston has been listed as questionable with a right lower leg injury.

The former No. 1 overall pick has been a dominant presence in the paint this season, providing scoring, rebounding and interior defense while forming one of the WNBA’s premier duos with Clark. Should Boston be unable to play, the Fever would lose a major piece against a Sparks frontcourt led by Cameron Brink and Azurá Stevens.

Her status will likely be determined closer to game time.

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Fever look to build momentum on the road

Indiana enters Wednesday’s contest with a 12-8 record and an opportunity to strengthen its position in the playoff race. The Sparks, meanwhile, sit at 8-11 and are looking to gain ground in the Western Conference behind stars Kelsey Plum and Brink.

Getting Clark back would significantly raise Indiana’s ceiling offensively. Her ability to create scoring opportunities for teammates and stretch defenses with her shooting has transformed the Fever whenever she’s been on the floor. Even with Cunningham, Mitchell and Lexie Hull stepping up during Clark’s absence, there’s no replacing one of the WNBA’s premier playmakers.

Now, the Fever appear poised to welcome her back just in time for an important road test in Los Angeles.

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