Clark popped up on the injury report Friday, and before Saturday’s game she described the injury as “just a little tightness” in her leg.

Caitlin Clark missed her first game in six years due to left leg tightness, sitting out the Indiana Fever’s preseason opener against the Mystics. The team emphasized caution ahead of a long season. Clark remains engaged from the bench and may return Sunday for a special game at her alma mater,

It didn't take long for Clark to become arguably the most popular player in the WNBA. She consistently broke attendance and viewership records during her rookie season in Indiana, just like she did during her time with Iowa.