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Time of India
13 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Caitlin Clark's Opens Up About Missing Pacers vs Thunder NBA Finals Game 6 - 'I Wish It Didn't Fall on the Same Night as Us"
Caitlin Clark (Image via: G Fiume/ Getty Images) Caitlin Clark , the electrifying rookie for the Indiana Fever and one of the most exciting young talents in the WNBA, has quickly become a beloved figure in Indiana sports. Her passionate support for the Indiana Pacers during their historic 2025 NBA Finals run has endeared her even more to fans, making her absence from Game 6 against the Oklahoma City Thunder all the more disappointing—for both her and the Pacers faithful. Caitlyn Clark's Outlook On The Scheduling Conflict As the Pacers prepared for a do-or-die Game 6, Caitlyn Clark found herself in an unavoidable predicament: her own WNBA game with the Fever was scheduled for the same night. In a candid moment with reporters, Clark expressed her frustration with the timing, saying: 'I wish it didn't fall on the same night as us, but I feel good about the Pacers here in Game 6. I think they're gonna push it to a Game 7. I think all basketball fans would appreciate a Game 7 in OKC.' Caitlin Clark's absence was particularly notable given her status as something of a good-luck charm for the Pacers. The team had been undefeated in playoff games she attended in person, making her inability to be there for Game 6 an emotional letdown. 'I wish I could be there,' she admitted. 'Obviously, I've been supporting them all playoffs, and it's been amazing to see what they've accomplished. But I have to focus on my team and our season right now. ' Fan and Media Reaction On Caitlyn Missing the Finals Caitlin Clark's honesty resonated with fans of both the Fever and the Pacers . On social media, many joked about the 'Caitlin Clark effect,' with some even suggesting the Pacers should retire her courtside seat or award her a championship ring if they won the title. Others agreed with her sentiment that a Game 7 in Oklahoma City would be the ultimate spectacle for basketball fans. The scheduling overlap between the WNBA and NBA is not uncommon, but it rarely involves such high-stakes games—an NBA Finals elimination matchup and a key WNBA contest. Clark's situation highlighted the challenges athletes face when balancing professional commitments with their fandom. Beyond just a scheduling conflict, Caitlin Clark's dilemma underscored the deep connections within Indiana's basketball community. Her visible support for the Pacers has strengthened the bond between the state's WNBA and NBA fanbases, proving that basketball fandom in Indiana is a shared passion. Though she couldn't be at Game 6 in person, Caitlin Clark's optimism for the Pacers and her understanding of what fans truly wanted—a thrilling, winner-take-all Game 7—showcased her love for the game and her appreciation for the bigger picture. Caitlin Clark's candid admission about missing NBA Finals Game 6 captured the essence of a true basketball fan: disappointed by the conflict but hopeful for her team and the sport as a whole. Her unwavering support for the Pacers, even from afar, and her commitment to her own team exemplify why she has become such a respected and admired figure in Indiana sports. Also read: Tyrese Haliburton Risking Long-Term Health? Shams Charania Reveals Alarming Calf Strain Update Whether on the court or in the stands, Clark's passion for basketball shines through—and Indiana fans wouldn't have it any other way. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Fox News
29-05-2025
- General
- Fox News
The WNBA is Probably Racist
The WNBA did an investigation into racism allegations and the findings will shock you! I'm Tomi Lahren, more next. There's growing evidence to suggest the WNBA may be racist, but not in the way Angel Reese claims. So earlier this month Angel Reese claimed Indiana Fever fans made racist remarks towards her during the game her team ended up losing to Caitlyn Clark and the Fever. The WNBA launched a full scale investigation and, wait for it, came up with no evidence to suggest those racist remarks ever occurred. Ya know, if the WNBA really wanted to investigate racism in the league they could do so pretty easily in the case of Brittney Griner who was seen mouthing what appeared to be a remark about 'white girl' Caitlyn Clark after Griner fouled out of a recent game against the Fever. All of this to say, the WNBA is probably racist but against white people and perhaps so are the so-called sports media journalists such as Jemele Hill who perpetuate false narratives and race hustling schemes for attention. The WNBA is a joke and even with Clark carrying the league on her shoulders, it still sucks and will go back into oblivion soon. I'm Tomi Lahren and you watch my show 'Tomi Lahren is Fearless' at m. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
CBS News
26-05-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
WNBA star Caitlin Clark won't play in Baltimore on Wednesday after injuring quad
Popular women's basketball star Caitlyn Clark will not play when the WNBA's Indiana Fever take on the Washington Mystics on Wednesday, May 28, at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore because of a quad injury. Clark will be out at least two weeks with a left quad strain, the team announced Monday. The Fever did not say when Clark suffered the injury. The team said further updates will be provided after she gets another evaluation. Clark played 37:52 and had 18 points and 10 assists in a 90-88 loss to the New York Liberty on Saturday. The Fever are 2-2 on the season and could be without Clark for at least the next four games. Clark is averaging 19.0 points, 9.3 assists, and 6.0 rebounds this season. Clark and the Fever are scheduled to play in Baltimore on Sept. 7 against the Mystics. Growth in popularity Clark's popularity grew during her pursuit of the all-time NCAA Division I scoring record for men's and women's basketball. She led the Iowa Hawkeyes to the NCAA women's championship game in 2023, but lost to LSU and Baltimore native Angel Reese. The three-time college basketball All-American scored 3,951 career points at Iowa, with 548 made 3-pointers. Clark was drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever in the 2024 WNBA Draft. In her first season, she was the rookie of the year, the league's assist leader, a WNBA All-Star, and selected to the WNBA First-Team. The Associated Press contributed to this story.
CNET
16-05-2025
- Sport
- CNET
Where to Stream 2025 WNBA Games for Free on Fridays
Friday nights could make for great appointment TV if you're a fan of the WNBA, as the 2025 season officially kicks off on May 16. Regular season games will be broadcast on national and local channels, but if you want to stream games without cable and without a paid streaming subscription, you can watch 50 matchups via Samsung TV Plus. The free streaming platform is offering access to a selection of league games on ION under State Farm's WNBA Friday Night Spotlight. Viewers with a Samsung device can tune in to channel 1510 to see an upcoming lineup that includes tonight's national broadcasts: the Minnesota Lynx versus the Dallas Wings and the Los Angeles Sparks versus the Golden State Valkyries. Game times start at 7:30 p.m. ET. Each Friday is set to feature a doubleheader with back-to-back games, and depending on where you live, local games will air, too. Fans can look forward to seeing Caitlyn Clark and the Indiana Fever face off against the Connecticut Sun in May, while Angela Reese's team, the Chicago Sky, will take on the Atlanta Dream in June. Programming will also include halftime commentary, highlights and pre-game shows. ION Though free games are available on Samsung TV Plus, viewers can also stream Friday night WNBA games at no cost on Tubi, Pluto TV or Sling Freestream. For the full WNBA on ION schedule, visit the TV platform's dedicated site.
CBS News
28-02-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
WNBA star Caitlyn Clark, Indiana Fever to play two games at Baltimore's CFG Bank Arena
WNBA star Caitlyn Clark, whose college basketball career at Iowa captivated the nation, will play two regular-season games this season at CFG Bank Arena in downtown Baltimore. Clark's Indiana Fever will play the Washington Mystics on May 28 and Sept. 7. The Mystics say tickets for those games will go on sale next month. With Capitol One Arena set to undergo renovations in Washington, D.C., the Mystics have outsourced those two games to Charm City. The games will be played in the hometown of Clark's basketball rival, Chicago Sky's second-year player Angel Reese. Reese's LSU Tigers defeated Clark's Hawkeyes, 102-85, in the 2023 NCAA Women's Tournament Championship game. They were both first-round picks in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Who is Caitlyn Clark? Clark became one of the most popular basketball players -- men or women -- during the pursuit of the all-time NCAA Division I scoring record. On February 15, 2024, she set the all-time NCAA women's scoring record. About two weeks later, Clark became the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer among men's or women's players, eclipsing Pete Maravich. Clark finished with 3,951 career points at the University of Iowa; was a two-time women's college basketball player of the year; a three-time All-American; and led Iowa to two NCAA championship games (both losses). Clark was the first overall pick by the Indiana Fever in 2024, led the WNBA in assists and was the Rookie of the Year. She averaged 19.2 points, 8.5 assists and made 35% of her 3-pointers in her rookie season. Clark was Time Magazine's 2024 Athlete of the Year.
