Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever continues to recover from a left quadriceps strain sustained during a matchup against the New York Liberty on May 24. As she prepares to miss her fifth consecutive game, her remarkable performance in the previous four games serves as a reminder of her status as a leading contender for the WNBA MVP award, having averaged 19.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 9.3 assists.
In a positive turn for the Fever, Kelsey Mitchell, Clark’s teammate, was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week on Tuesday. Her impactful contributions during Clark’s absence have been significant; she scored 24 points, along with two rebounds and three assists in a recent 85-76 victory against the Washington Mystics. Moreover, she tallied 17 points, five rebounds, and two assists in a dominating 79-52 win over the Chicago Sky.
Mitchell, who was drafted second overall by the Fever in the 2018 WNBA Draft, has consistently proven her value to the team and is currently in her best form, boasting an average of 17.4 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game this season. Clark acknowledged Mitchell’s achievement on her social media account, sharing the news with an expression of support.
As both players continue to shine, the Fever faces the challenge of maintaining their momentum in the league with Clark’s return on the horizon, further bolstered by Mitchell’s outstanding performances. This showcases how teams can rally and highlight individual talents even amidst challenges, hinting at a promising outlook for the Fever as the season progresses.