If it weren’t completely untrue, the rumor that the Indiana Fever “cut the worst player on the roster” to make room for Caitlin Clark’s return would sound crazy. In actuality, the Fever just cut guard Kyra Lambert, which sparked rumors that Clark might be about to return. Speculative comments on X included the following: “Caitlin must be returning sooner than anticipated.” They were only going to be permitted to keep either Kyra or Odyssey, not both.
But in a formal sense? There has been no update on Clark’s suit-up. Let’s take a moment to discuss injuries. Caitlin Clark has been sidelined since July 15 due to a groin injury, and on August 7, while training in Phoenix, she even sustained a bone bruise to her left ankle. The Fever have described her condition as “day-to-day” and have not provided a return date.
Due to an unfortunate MCL tear sustained during that incredible comeback victory over the Connecticut Sun, teammate Sophie Cunningham is also out for the season. Speaking of that return, what a moment.
With Kelsey Mitchell scoring a career-high 38 points, the Fever overcame a 21-point deficit in the third quarter to defeat the Sun 99-93 in overtime. That was one of the most emotionally charged victories in recent Fever history, occurring just as Cunningham was taken out.
The Fever are attempting to maintain their postseason hopes while negotiating a minefield of injuries involving Clark, Cunningham, Aari McDonald, and Sydney Colson. They are currently in sixth place in the league, and everything really depends on Caitlin’s ability to return quickly and in good health.
So, no, “the worst player” was not cut. Instead, they let Lambert go, which was a difficult roster change. The actual plot? Clark’s return is in jeopardy, and the team is still struggling despite their injuries.
