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Caitlin Clark Returns, Leads Fever to 109-91 Victory

4/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Caitlin Clark returned after nine months, playing 17 minutes and scoring seven points.
Coach Stephanie White said Clark played with intention and communication and will improve shooting as the team adapts her role.
The Indiana Fever beat the New York Liberty 109-91 on April 25, 2026 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Rookie guard Raven Johnson added six points and eight assists in her debut while the Fever were without forward Aliyah Boston.

History

Historical Context

When the WNBA began in 1997, the Houston Comets clinched the inaugural title, defeating the New York Liberty 65-51 after posting an 18-10 regular-season record. Guard Cynthia Cooper, who averaged 22.2 points and earned the league’s first MVP and Finals MVP honors, showed how a marquee player could propel a franchise—a pattern later echoed by teams such as the Indiana Fever.

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Story summary

Caitlin Clark returned after nine months, playing 17 minutes and scoring seven points.
Coach Stephanie White said Clark played with intention and communication and will improve shooting as the team adapts her role.
The Indiana Fever beat the New York Liberty 109-91 on April 25, 2026 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Rookie guard Raven Johnson added six points and eight assists in her debut while the Fever were without forward Aliyah Boston.

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