Caitlin Clark may still be missed on the court, but that doesn’t mean fans aren’t seeing plenty of her in action. Wherever she goes, she finds a way to create fun moments, keeping the spotlight on her with her trademark mix of energy and playful antics, even while spending some time away from games.
The new Fever duo fans can’t get enough of
Her bond with her teammates has only grown stronger, and that’s been on full display in the fun moments fans catch before Indiana Fever games. Among the connections shining this season, her friendship with Sophie Cunningham has quickly become a fan favorite. Cunningham, who joined the Fever after her move from Phoenix, has blended seamlessly into the squad, and her playful chemistry with Clark has fans loving every second.
The two stars share a sense of humor that sometimes comes across as roughhousing, but it’s all fun between them. That was clear in a recent pregame warm-up when Clark thought it would be a good idea to sneak up from behind and put Cunningham in a playful chokehold.
Clark went in with full confidence, but forgot one very important detail-Cunningham is a black belt in taekwondo. With little effort, Sophie slipped out of the hold in seconds, leaving Clark caught in her own trap and laughing at her failed attempt. Cameras caught the entire exchange, and the video quickly made the rounds online, with fans loving the playful back-and-forth.
Even as the WNBA’s reigning Rookie of the Year, Clark learned that Sophie’s martial arts background makes her nearly impossible to pin down.
Cunningham is thriving and fans miss Clark
For Cunningham, the adjustment to Indiana has been nothing short of promising. She’s not only become one of Clark’s closest allies on the team but also a reliable presence on the court, averaging 8.9 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in 28 minutes of play. Her growing chemistry with Clark has given the Fever a new spark, and moments like this show how easily she has integrated both on and off the hardwood.
If there’s anyone on the Fever roster who can match Clark’s energy and playful challenges, it’s Cunningham. She’s already stepped up as both a teammate and a defender of the young star, and their interactions have turned into must-watch moments for fans.
As entertaining as these moments are, Fever fans are still eagerly waiting for Clark’s return to the floor. The star guard will miss another consecutive game with a right groin injury when Indiana faces the Connecticut Sun, the same team she was hurt against back on July 15. The Fever confirmed she has no additional injuries or damage after medical evaluations but she has yet to return to practice and there’s no official timeline for her comeback. For now, the focus remains on her long-term health and full recovery.
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