Caitlin Clark to miss game against Los Angeles Sparks, Fever coach Stephanie White confirms
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Key Points:
- Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will miss Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Sparks due to a back injury sustained in a recent game against the Phoenix Mercury.
- The injury occurred after Clark landed awkwardly while being fouled by Valeriane Ayayi, not from the earlier throat punch incident involving Mercury guard Alyssa Thomas, who was suspended for one game.
- Fever head coach Stephanie White confirmed Clark's absence but did not provide a timeline for her return, highlighting uncertainty about the severity of the injury.
- Clark has faced significant physicality and controversy in the league, including being left off the WNBA's 30th anniversary poster, leading to criticism of the league's treatment and protection of its star players.
- Despite her injury, Clark has been a dominant force recently, leading the WNBA in points and assists over the past six games, averaging nearly 26 points per game.
