She may be sidelined, but Caitlin Clark is still the life of the bench. After yet another workout she couldn’t suit up for, she was caught on the sidelines mimicking defensive moves and joking with teammates. It was a small moment, but it perfectly captured how she’s stayed connected despite a grueling season off the court.
“It’s been so challenging, playing four games, then being out again, not feeling my best, and feeling frustrated after working so hard in the offseason. All I do now is rehab and stick to the process, trying to trust it as best I can. There are days when it’s really frustrating, and others when it’s a little easier.” She’s been missing games with a stubborn right groin strain, marking her third soft-tissue injury of the year. The team has no return date yet.
Even so, the Fever aren’t crumbling. They signed veteran Odyssey Sims on a hardship deal to fill the point guard void. Players like Aliyah Boston have stepped up their game—averaging career bests and helping keep Indiana in playoff contention.
That bench-side hustle shows exactly who Caitlin Clark is: plugged in, playful, and still determined to lead—even when she can’t contribute on the court. In a season where nothing’s gone as planned, her energy remains a small but meaningful spark that keeps the team heading in the right direction.
We all can feel Caitlin Clark’s eagerness to play, and so can we all feel her anxiety as each game goes on without her. The moment for a huge comeback is needed now more than ever.
Caitlin Clark’s Bench Antics Show She’s Still Stepping Up, Even From the Sidelines
If you saw Caitlin Clark mimicking moves and teasing teammates while stuck on the sidelines, it wasn’t just idle drama—it was a statement of heart. Even as injuries bench her, her spirit and her sense of humor remain in full effect.
Clark has been candid about how mentally tough this season has been. “It’s been so challenging… All I do now is rehab and stick to the process… There are days when it’s really frustrating, and others when it’s a little easier,” she admitted. That vulnerability shows how hard it is to be a rookie star who’s used to playing at peak form—not rehabbing.
But amid the setbacks, Caitlin Clark keeps lifting the team. Odyssey Sims arrived to stabilize the backcourt, and Aliyah Boston has answered the bell with career highs. In those quiet moments cheering from the sidelines, she’s still leading—even if it isn’t just in the stat column.
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Sabel has been working as a field reporter for People’s Television Network (PTV), mainly about the Philippine Basketball Association since 2016 and has been elevated to Executive Producer for sports in 2022. Aside from being on top of the Philippine sports scene, she is also a running enthusiast. You can also follow her on X at @SabelReyes2 and Instagram at @msabelreyes.
