Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever guard, has confirmed she will be taking a break from basketball following her team’s 87-81 loss to the Connecticut Sun, ending their 2024 WNBA season. Clark played a pivotal role in the game, scoring 25 points on 10/23 shooting while also recording eight assists and six rebounds during the full 40 minutes on the court. Despite her strong performance, the Fever were unable to secure the win.
After the game, ESPN’s Ryan Ruocco hinted that Clark might be ready for a well-earned break following a rigorous season. Clark herself confirmed she will not be participating in any offseason basketball leagues, including the upcoming Unrivaled League, a new women’s 3v3 competition set to begin in January in Miami. The league, founded by WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, offers six-figure salaries and has already attracted top talents like Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers. However, Clark made it clear that she plans to take time off, joking about focusing on golf until the weather in Indiana becomes too cold.
Clark’s decision to step away for a while comes after a whirlwind year. She was selected first overall by the Fever in April, just days after leading the University of Iowa to the NCAA title game with a standout performance in the tournament. Reflecting on her rapid transition from college to the pros, Clark admitted she hasn’t had much time to process everything. “I feel like I didn’t even have time to really reflect on my college career because it ended so fast,” she said, adding that she’s looking forward to taking time to reflect and recharge before potentially picking up basketball again.
In her rookie season, Clark played a key role in the Fever’s success, helping them end their eight-year playoff drought and leading the WNBA in assists. While she is taking a break from the court, her contributions to the team have been significant, and her return will be highly anticipated.
For now, Clark is stepping back from the fast pace of basketball and focusing on herself, giving her body and mind some rest after a demanding season.
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