Caitlin Clark’s return powers Fever to WNBA Commissioner's Cup Championship

Endia Berger

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Caitlin Clark is back, and she’s making her presence impossible to ignore now that she’s healthy and on the court. The Indiana Fever have surged to a 4-1 record in WNBA Commissioner's Cup play, going a perfect 2-0 in Clark’s return.

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In her first game back on Saturday against the top-ranked team in the East, the New York Liberty, Clark nearly notched a triple-double with an impressive stat line: 32 points, nine assists, eight rebounds, two blocks and a steal.

Tonight, the young star put on another stellar performance, pouring in 20 points along with six assists, two steals and a rebound. She was great from beyond the arc, sinking four of six three-pointers, and finished with six of 12 from the field.

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Now, the Fever have their sights set on a championship. After clinching the eastern conference Commissioner's Cup title, Indiana will face the western conference winner in the championship game on Tuesday, July 1. This is an in-season tournament that offers a chance for early silverware and momentum heading into the rest of the season.

Endia Berger

Endia Berger is a freelance writer with The Sporting News. She has a rich background in sports media and journalism, contributing to TNT Sports, the NCAA, USA Football and more. With a deep passion for storytelling, she is committed to crafting stories that highlight the excitement and human elements of the games we love.