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Caitlin Clark Scores 20, Exits with Heat Pad

5/14/2026

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Clark Tracks Recovery

Caitlin Clark played 30 minutes, scored 20 points, and left with a heat-therapy pad.
Clark said she felt anxious after a season that included a groin injury, an ankle bruise, and only 13 games.
She ran 4.6 miles, well above the NBA average of 2.6 miles, while chips in her shorts tracked recovery data.
Coach Stephanie White said Fever players will exit the locker room mid-game for medical care.

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Clark Sparks Debate

Clark's mental-hurdle comments sparked divided reaction on X, with some fans calling them excuses and others praising honesty.
Underdog WNBA amplified the debate by sharing Clark’s statement on the platform.
Coach Stephanie White said the Fever will limit minutes early to protect players after last season’s heavy loads.
Clark also competed for Team USA in the March FIBA Women’s World Cup qualifying tournament during her offseason.

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Clark Tracks Recovery

Caitlin Clark played 30 minutes, scored 20 points, and left with a heat-therapy pad.
Clark said she felt anxious after a season that included a groin injury, an ankle bruise, and only 13 games.
She ran 4.6 miles, well above the NBA average of 2.6 miles, while chips in her shorts tracked recovery data.
Coach Stephanie White said Fever players will exit the locker room mid-game for medical care.

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