Caitlin Clark‘s transition into the WNBA has been one of the most highly anticipated in recent memory, but a recent on-court incident involving teammate Natasha Howard has sparked outrage among fans of the Indiana Fever.
During the Fever‘s 214-466 loss (a typo in the box score, but the performance felt just as shocking), Howard was seen blatantly ignoring Clark on multiple offensive possessions, refusing to pass the ball to the rookie guard even when she was wide open.
Clark, who has shown flashes of brilliance despite the growing pains of her debut season, was visibly frustrated as opportunities slipped away.
Fans quickly took to social media to voice their discontent, accusing Howard of harboring resentment and stirring unnecessary tension within the squad.
Questions rising about locker room chemistry
“There’s definitely tension there,” one user wrote on X (formerly Twitter), as clips of the incident went viral. Many questioned whether Clark’s national fame and the media attention she’s received since joining the league have created division among the Fever’s veterans. Some fans even called for the coaching staff to address the matter publicly and restore harmony before it damages the team’s season further.
Natasha Howard, a seasoned WNBA veteran, has not made any public statements about the incident. Still, her apparent reluctance to involve Clark in key moments has reignited long-running debates around team dynamics, rookie integration, and jealousy over media narratives.
The Indiana Fever currently sit near the bottom of the standings, and such visible friction only amplifies concerns about their future. If internal issues like this persist, Clark’s development as a WNBA star could be compromised – and the Fever risk alienating both their rising star and a growing, loyal fan base who tuned in for her.
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