One year in, Caitlin Clark's impact on professional basketball in Indiana extends well beyond her play with the Fever.
Since arriving in Indianapolis, Clark has fully immersed herself in the region's basketball culture. That also means that she's become a mainstay at Pacers games, often front and center as one of the most enthusiastic fans at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Clark's enthusiasm has made its mark on the Pacers during their run to the Finals, as the team has experienced its most success when she is in attendance. The trend has now caught on, and for good reason.
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Here's more on the Pacers' record when the Fever's superstar has been on hand during the playoffs.
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Pacers record with Caitlin Clark
The Pacers are 6-0 in games that Clark is confirmed to be in attendance for during the 2025 playoffs. Ahead of the NBA Finals, there was a reported figure of 7-0, but the mark is inaccurate, as Indiana entered the series with a 6-2 home record during the postseason.
Here's a full list of Clark's confirmed appearances and how they've gone for Indiana:
- Eastern Conference First Round Game 1: Pacers 117, Bucks 98
- Eastern Conference First Round Game 2: Pacers 123, Bucks 115
- Eastern Conference First Round Game 5: Pacers 119, Bucks 118 (OT)
- Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 4: Pacers 129, Cavaliers 109
- Eastern Conference Finals Game 6: Pacers 125, Knicks 108
- NBA Finals Game 1: Pacers 116, Thunder 107
Clark's first appearance was Game 1 of the opening round, when she watched Indiana cruise to a 19-point win over Milwaukee.
Caitlin Clark is enjoying some Bucks-Pacers playoff basketball 🔥 pic.twitter.com/B9ZJaTbpRZ
— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) April 19, 2025
She has since been to at least four more Pacers playoff wins, including their series-clinching Game 6 win over the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. She even got a chance to troll Jalen Brunson in the process.
Caitlin Clark’s reaction to Tyrese Haliburton knocking down a 3️⃣ pic.twitter.com/qM5h76sqcf
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 1, 2025
As the NBA Finals shifted to Indianapolis, Clark was seated courtside alongside various Fever teammates. Aligned with tradition, the Pacers won with Clark in attendance again.
Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and Natasha Howard are courtside at @Pacers Game 3 tonight ❤️🔥 pic.twitter.com/we8pbD3I6p
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 12, 2025
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Indiana Fever and Indiana Pacers schedule 2025
Given the Pacers' success with Clark in attendance, here is a look at the Fever's upcoming schedule in contrast with the Finals schedule to gauge her potential attendance.
| Fever schedule | NBA Finals schedule |
| June 14: Liberty at Fever | June 13: Game 4 at Indiana |
| June 17: Sun at Fever | June 16: Game 5 at Oklahoma City |
| June 19: Fever at Valkyries | June 19: Game 6 at Indiana* |
| June 22: Fever at Aces | June 22: Game 7 at Oklahoma City* |
*If necessary.