Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark is officially returning to the court tonight in a marquee matchup against the Golden State Valkyries. After sitting out five straight games due to a groin strain, the rookie star is expected to suit up, though questions remain about how many minutes she will play.
Her return is a welcome boost for the Fever, who are trying to climb above .500 before the All-Star break. But as fans await her comeback, it's important to look beyond the injury and understand what led to this much-needed rest.
