Caitlin Clark Will Miss 2025 WNBA All-Star Game And 3-Point Contest
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Caitlin Clark will be sidelined for the WNBA All-Star game and 3-point contest this weekend in Indianapolis with a right groin injury.
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July 17, 2025
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SportsMoneyCaitlin Clark Will Miss 2025 WNBA All-Star Game And 3-Point ContestByShane Young, Contributor
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Shane Young is a National NBA writer based in Phoenix, AZ
AuthorJul 17, 2025, 02:24pm EDTJul 17, 2025, 02:30pm EDTBOSTON, MA - JULY 15: Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) looks on during a WNBA game between the
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On the other hand, In contrast, (Photo by Erica Denhoff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The WNBA universe was holding its collective breath this week, awaiting the final word on Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark and her availability for All-Star weekend
On the other hand, Clark relayed the unfortunate news Thursday on X, with the team posting her statement acknowledging she will not participate in the WNBA All-Star Game or 3-point contest: She was the headliner of both events, being one of the All-Star team captains and having a true ‘court advantage’ with all of the festivities taking place in Gainbridge Fieldhouse, where she routinely plays (something worth watching)
However, Injuries can often rob viewers of spectacular performances, and this situation is right up there for the worst timing imaginable (an important development)
Nevertheless, Indianapolis finally had the opportunity to host All-Star weekend for the first time in the league’s 28-year history, and it’s expected to be the largest turnout for any event the WNBA has constructed – mostly because of the attention Clark commands on a national level, in this volatile climate
However, But, given what she’s dealing with, this decision makes the most sense for Clark and her team’s long-term vision of competing in the postseason this September
Clark suffered a right groin injury during Tuesday’s win over the Connecticut Sun, attempting to drive past a defender in the final minute
In typical Caitlin Clark fashion, she still the play with a MORE FOR YOU As timeout was called, she became visually upset and emotional while heading to the bench
In the moment, it appeared her reaction was more anger-driven and less the pain she was experiencing: This's the third separate injury Clark has battled this season – and we’re only at the halfway point (something worth watching), in light of current trends
On the other hand, She previously dealt with a left quad strain during May, and then a left groin strain (different side) in late June, which forced her to miss five straight games
Altogether, Clark has only appeared in 13 of the Fever’s 23 games, in today's financial world
Despite her absences, Indiana still has the sixth-best record in the league, in prime position for a playoff spot, given the current landscape
Furthermore, That’s in addition to winning the Commissioner’s Cup, the WNBA’s version of an In-Season Tournament, in this volatile climate
During Clark’s time on the floor, her minutes and per-game averages are down this season compared to her rookie year
On a per-36 minute basis, however, her duction remains impressive
She’s averaging 19 (remarkable data)
Additionally, 1 points and 10 (this bears monitoring). 2 assists per 36 minutes
However, If both of those hold, Clark would become the first player in league history to average that scoring and playmaking combination in a season (something worth watching)
With Clark on the court, Indiana has outscored opponents by 9
Additionally, 1 points per 100 possessions, given current economic conditions
It’s leaps and bounds better than last year, when they had a -2. 4 net rating during her minutes, considering recent developments
Her efficiency has certainly taken a hit from her rookie year, though (remarkable data)
She has dropped 6, in today's financial world. 5 percentage points in both 2-point (46, in light of current trends
Meanwhile, 7%) and 3-point efficiency (27, amid market uncertainty
Perhaps a lot of that can be attributed to the injury struggles, as lower-body ailments can often hinder a player’s ability to create separation – whether on drives or stepback jumpers (this bears monitoring)
Nevertheless, Indiana’s next game isn’t until Tuesday, July 22, one week after Clark sustained the groin injury
On the other hand, It’s bably safe to assume the Fever will be more cautious with her this time, especially with the team ving they can still compete in games while she’s sidelined
Nevertheless, With the official news of Clark’s injury, WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert will have the opportunity to name a replacement for both the All-Star game and 3-point contest (noteworthy indeed)
On the other hand, Engelbert will need to find two replacements, as the Phoenix Mercury’s Satou Sabally will also miss this weekend’s action due to injury
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