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Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever guard and leading fan vote-getter, has announced her withdrawal from the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game due to a groin injury sustained during a recent game. Despite her absence, the event at Gainbridge Fieldhouse will still feature many top players and festivities. Clark will serve as captain and coach her team in the game, while replacements from other teams are set to join. The All-Star Weekend promises excitement with various events scheduled, including the 3-point contest and performances by local entertainers.
Indianapolis – Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, the top fan vote-getter and captain of one of the teams in the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game, has announced her inability to participate due to a groin injury. The injury occurred during a recent road victory against the Connecticut Sun, leading to her withdrawal from both the All-Star Game and the upcoming 3-point contest.
The All-Star festivities are set to take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the home arena for Clark and the Indiana Fever, on July 18-19. Despite the setback for Clark, the event will still highlight numerous standout players in the WNBA, ensuring a competitive atmosphere for fans and participants alike.
In light of Clark’s injury, the WNBA has named injury replacements allowing for additional players from the Washington Mystics and Minnesota Lynx to join the festivities. Both the Indiana Fever and the Seattle Storm will each be represented by three players in the All-Star Game. Meanwhile, Clark will retain her role as captain and will assist in coaching her team, Team Clark, while Napheesa Collier of the Lynx is set to lead the opposing team, Team Collier.
The All-Star Weekend will kick off on Friday, July 18, with various events including the 3-point contest and the skills challenge. Fans can catch the action live on ABC or stream it via the ESPN app and Fubo. Clark expressed her disappointment regarding her absence but conveyed gratitude for the preparations made in Indianapolis and for the unwavering support from her fans.
The festivities will also feature various entertainment options, including performances by Fever player Kelsey Mitchell and comedian Colson at the Fever Fest event. An 8-year-old Fever fan, Mi’ Joi Angel Perkins, has been granted tickets to the skills competition and the All-Star Game, showcasing the community’s engagement in the event.
Clark has faced a challenging season, having set a record with 181 consecutive starts throughout her college and professional career before succumbing to multiple injuries this year. In 13 games so far this season, she averaged 16.5 points, 8.8 assists, and 5.0 rebounds, but has missed 11 games due to various injuries.
The 2025 WNBA All-Star Weekend is expected to be a remarkable celebration of the league’s talent, held across the Indiana Convention Center and Gainbridge Fieldhouse on July 18-19. Adult admission tickets for daily events at the Indiana Convention Center are priced at $28.40, with children 12 and under granted free access. The weekend will also feature an outdoor music and comedy event, headlined by The Kid LAROI, taking place on Saturday, July 19.
The All-Star Game stands as a key highlight in the WNBA calendar, showcasing the league’s marquee talent. Fans and players alike eagerly anticipate the weekend’s events, and while Clark’s absence will be felt, the spirit of competition and celebration will continue to thrive.
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- Indiana Star: Caitlin Clark Injured
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- New York Times: Caitlin Clark Out
- USA Today: WNBA All-Star Game Preview
- Google Search: WNBA All-Star Game 2025
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