Caitlin Clark, a star player for the Indiana Fever, is set to miss her sixth straight game due to a right groin injury when her team faces off against the Dallas Wings, who feature the number one overall pick, Paige Bueckers. Clark sustained the injury during a game against the Connecticut Sun on July 15 and currently lacks an official timeline for her return.

On July 24, the Fever provided an update stating that Clark had undergone further medical evaluations, which revealed no additional injuries. The team emphasized that Clark’s recovery and rehabilitation remain the priority for her long-term health.

After this Friday’s game, the Fever will embark on a four-game road trip, where their upcoming matches will include games against the Seattle Storm, Los Angeles Sparks, and Phoenix Mercury, with uncertain prospects for Clark’s return on this trip.

Despite her limited appearances this season, Clark has significantly contributed to the Fever’s performance in a previous season where she was honored as an All-WNBA First Team member. This season, she has dealt with multiple soft-tissue injuries, limiting her to just 13 games.

Clark is averaging 16.5 points, 5 rebounds, and 8.8 assists per game, positioning her second in the league. The Fever’s performance typically improves when she is on the court, maintaining an 8-5 record during her games as opposed to 7-7 without her.