Breanna Stewart led the New York Liberty to a 98-77 victory over the Indiana Fever on Wednesday night, delivering 24 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. The Fever played without their star guard Caitlin Clark, who was sidelined due to a right groin injury sustained during the final minute of Tuesday’s game against Connecticut in Boston.
Clark’s injury comes just before the busy WNBA All-Star weekend, where she is expected to captain one of the teams and participate in the three-point contest hosted by Indiana.
Strong performances from Liberty players fuel early lead
Sabrina Ionescu contributed 15 points and nine assists, complementing Stewart’s dominant play as the Liberty surged ahead early. New York led 32-24 after the first quarter and increased their advantage to 15 by halftime, with Stewart already accounting for 13 points, nine rebounds, and five assists at the break.
The Liberty maintained control throughout the game, extending their lead significantly in the third quarter. A key three-point play by Stewart with under four minutes remaining in the period pushed the score to 71-48, keeping the enthusiastic crowd of 17,371 energized. Despite efforts from Indiana, they could only narrow the gap to 15 points in the remaining minutes.
Fever rely on Kelsey Mitchell amid missing Clark
Kelsey Mitchell led Indiana with 16 points, but the Fever’s record dropped to 12-11 overall and 4-6 in games Clark has missed this season. Clark’s absence remains a notable challenge for the team as they prepare for the upcoming All-Star events.
Injury updates for key players heading into All-Star break
New York’s star center Jonquel Jones remains sidelined with a sprained ankle and has missed about a month of play. Jones plans to return for the Liberty’s first game after the All-Star break on Tuesday, which will also be against Indiana.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Was Caitlin Clark with Taylor Swift at the Chiefs game?
A. Clark is one of the WNBA’s most popular players and is dedicated to the league and women’s basketball. However, many fans feel she isn’t valued enough by other players or the league, prompting calls for her to leave.
Q. Was Caitlin Clark sitting with Taylor Swift at the game?
A. The two women sat next to each other in a private room at Arrowhead Stadium, watching the Chiefs defeat the Houston Texans in the first playoff game.
Q. Why is Caitlin Clark sitting with Taylor Swift at the game?
A. Taylor Swift was spotted sitting beside WNBA star Caitlin Clark during the Chiefs’ home game against the Houston Texans. Clark attended the game shortly after she mentioned that Swift had invited her to watch a Chiefs game together.
Q. What did Taylor Swift give Caitlin Clark?
A. When Caitlin Clark went to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Indianapolis in 2024, Taylor gifted her all the tour T-shirts and sweatshirts. Taylor ensured Caitlin got four bags filled with Eras Tour merchandise.