The Indiana Fever secured a crucial victory over the Seattle Storm on Tuesday, but Caitlin Clark‘s ongoing shooting slump cast a shadow over the win. Clark, known as a sharpshooter, managed only six points in one of the poorest scoring performances of her career, struggling to find her rhythm throughout the game.
Clark went 3 for 13 from the field and notably missed every 3-point attempt, extending her cold streak to just one made 3-pointer over the last three matchups. This decline in efficiency marks a troubling trend for the former No. 1 pick, whose shooting consistency has been among the league’s best.
Turnover Issues Add to Clark’s On-Court Troubles
More concerning than her shooting difficulties has been Clark’s increasing turnovers. Over the past three games, she has accumulated 22 turnovers, a significant number for a player of her caliber. On Tuesday, she committed eight turnovers, surpassing the six points she scored—a first in her professional career.
This imbalance has raised questions among fans and analysts alike about Clark’s wellbeing and performance, igniting debate about potential off-court issues or lingering effects from previous injuries.
“Something is wrong. She’s walking off ball more than I’ve seen in over 5 years of watching her. She’s got no spark. She’s going through the motions but there’s more going on than we know,”
—Fan
“She’s definitely in a shooting slump after returning from injury, it happens to most players. Her shot will land eventually,”
—Fan
Head Coach Stands Behind Clark Despite Struggles
Indiana Fever head coach Noelle Quinn expressed confidence in Clark’s abilities despite recent difficulties. Quinn praised Clark’s versatility and competitiveness, framing her as a constant threat on the court.
“She is a matchup nightmare because she can pass, shoot and do a lot of good things on the basketball court,”
—Noelle Quinn
“I like our attention to detail on her. I like how we’re staying in plays. And I like that we’re getting our hand up and making it difficult.”
—Noelle Quinn
Fever Looks Ahead to Home Game for Possible Shift
The Fever will return to action on Thursday night against the Los Angeles Sparks in their first home game since June 17. The game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse offers an opportunity for Clark to regain confidence and potentially break free from her ongoing shooting slump.
With mounting pressure and growing scrutiny, how Clark responds in the coming games could prove crucial for both her career trajectory and the Fever’s playoff chances this season.