Caitlin Clark returned from injury on July 9, 2026, during a road game against the Los Angeles Sparks. The Indiana Fever lost the game 106-92, with Clark playing only 16 minutes and scoring 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists. Head coach Stephanie White's decision to limit Clark's playing time was noted as a factor in her performance. The Sparks were missing key players Kelsey Plum and Cameron Brink but managed to secure a win, shooting 45% from three-point range. Kelsey Mitchell led the Fever with 29 points. Following the game, White indicated that Clark would be rested for the next match against the Mercury.
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Caitlin Clark returns from injury in Fever's loss to Sparks
Caitlin Clark made her return from injury in a game where the Indiana Fever lost 106-92 to the Los Angeles Sparks. Clark played only 16 minutes and struggled to find her rhythm, while Kelsey Mitchell scored 29 points for the Fever. The Sparks, despite missing key players, performed well, particularly from three-point range.
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Caitlin Clark's return falls flat after Fever coach limits her in loss to shorthanded Sparks
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