The real scoreboard is the post-shot banter, at least going by Caitlin Clark's reactions after she connects. Clark, now in her second WNBA season after a record-breaking rookie campaign in 2024, often delivers from midcourt,

By going 10-9 in Clark's absence, the Fever have positioned themselves for a playoff run that maximizes the potential of a season she has missed 60% of. But they are still a much better team with her in the lineup -- and they will need her back at full strength in order to compete for a championship.