Caitlin Clark Gets Honest About Potential Post-Retirement Plans

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3 days ago

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Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are still very much alive when it comes to the chase for the WNBA Playoffs. Unfortunately, the superstar guard has been unable to be on the court to help her team make a push to get into the postseason.
Following the Fever's win on Saturday night over the Chicago Sky, the team sits at 18-14 on the year. That record places them at No. 3 in the Eastern Conference standings.
While there is still hope that Clark can return this season from the groin injury that has been bothering her, there is no guarantee of that becoming a reality.
Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever looks on prior to the game against the Chicago Sky at the United Center on July 27, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever looks on prior to the game against the Chicago Sky at the United Center on July 27, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
Photo byDespite not having Clark on the floor, Indiana has remained competitive. With 12 games remaining on the Fever's regular season schedule, there isn't much time left for her to ramp back up and get into game action.
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Needless to say, Clark's second season int he WNBA has been a downright disappointment.
Even when Clark has played, the nagging injuries have had a major impact on her. She has played in 13 of Indiana's 32 games, averaging 16.5 points, 8.8 assists, five rebounds, and 1.6 steals per game, while also shooting 36.7 percent overall and connecting on 27.9 percent of her three-point attempts.
Clark still has a long career ahead of her whether she returns this season or not. However, she has already started thinking ahead about what she might want to do when she does end her basketball playing career.
During her recent interview with WNBA legend Sue Bird, Clark revealed one thing that she could see herself doing after retirement. Clark might want to coach college basketball at some point down the road.
"Honestly, like I might go back at one point in my life and coach college basketball," Clark said.
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That should not shock anyone. With how much Clark loves basketball, it's likely that she will remain around the sport past her playing days. While that could change, it would be entertaining to see Clark coaching on a sideline.
Hopefully, some good news comes out soon about Clark's injury and potential return. For now, all the Fever and their fans can do is hope that she gets back to 100 percent in time to help the team make a push come playoff time.
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