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3 days ago
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Aari McDonald breaks silence on emergency contract life after Fever release
The post Aari McDonald breaks silence on emergency contract life after Fever release appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Indiana Fever are glad that Caitlin Clark is back from her quad injury. Indiana only won two games during Clark's five-game absence, thanks in large part to point guard Aari McDonald. Now McDonald has an opportunity to reminisce about her time in Indiana after the expiration of her emergency contract. Advertisement McDonald spoke honestly about her time with the Fever during a recent interview. 'It felt weird every day waking up not being in the gym or just being around my teammates,' McDonald said per Cassandra Negley of Yahoo Sports. 'But I mean, my approach is, stay ready. You never know when you'll get the call.' The Fever signed McDonald on June 2nd per the league's emergency hardship exception following injuries to Clark and Sophie Cunningham. Both Clark and Cunningham returned earlier this week, which forced the Fever to waive McDonald per the emergency hardship rules. During McDonald's time in Indiana, she made an immediate impact on the court. Advertisement McDonald averaged 11 points, three assists, and two steals per game with the Fever. She accomplished this while averaging just over 25 minutes per game coming off the bench. Understandably, she quickly became a fan favorite in Indiana. But will she ever return to Indiana? Could Aari McDonald return to the Fever after emergency contract stint? Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images McDonald played surprisingly well in relief of Caitlin Clark. So much so that Fever fans would love to have her back on the team. But is it realistic to expect McDonald to return to the Fever after her emergency contract? If the Fever want to get McDonald back, they'll have to wait at least 10 days after he release. The only exception is if they need to use the emergency hardship system again. Advertisement In the meantime, McDonald could easily join another WNBA team if any were impressed by her stint in Indiana. All else being equal, a reunion in Indiana for McDonald could be a great move. McDonald seems to appreciate that she is a good fit on the Fever. 'I'm all about fit,' McDonald said while still under contract with the Fever. 'I don't want to be plugged in a situation where they don't need me. It'd be kind of like going backwards. I feel like my agent put me in the right spot, and I feel like I'm flourishing under Indy right now.' Fever coach Stephanie White is certain that McDonald will land on her feet, regardless of where she plays next. Advertisement 'She's gonna find a spot, I don't think that's a debate right now. She's been the ultimate pro,' White said on Friday. Next up for the Fever is a home game against the Sun on Tuesday night. Related: Fever star Caitlin Clark dedicates new Nike Kobe 6 sneaker debut to her dog Related: Will Caitlin Clark challenge Napheesa Collier for 2025 MVP?
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3 days ago
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Fever star Caitlin Clark dedicates new Nike Kobe 6 sneaker debut to her dog
The post Fever star Caitlin Clark dedicates new Nike Kobe 6 sneaker debut to her dog appeared first on ClutchPoints. On Saturday afternoon, Caitlin Clark returned from her injury absence in epic fashion, scoring 32 points to go along with nine assists and eight rebounds in the Indiana Fever's blowout win over the New York Liberty. The win handed New York their first defeat of the season and also evened out the Fever's record at 5-5 for the 2025 season. Advertisement During the game, some fans took note of the unique pink and orange colored shoes that Clark was wearing, and now, it has been unearthed that the kicks were actually a special tribute. 'Caitlin Clark debuts her the Bellas' Nike Kobe 6 Protro PE, dedicated to her dog, Bella,' reported B/R Kicks on X, formerly Twitter. Fans in the comment section were thrilled at the footwear selection. 'If that isn't the cutest thing,' wrote one user. 'Dude these are sweet,' chimed in another. An epic return for Caitlin Clark © Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Caitlin Clark had missed multiple weeks with a left quad injury but didn't appear to have any rust during Saturday afternoon's epic performance vs the Liberty. Advertisement At one point in the game, Clark hit three consecutive three pointers within the span of a minute, sending the Fever crowd into a frenzy and continuing to cement her status as one of the biggest starts of sports right now in any league. As previously mentioned, the Fever's win evened out their 2025 record to 5-5, which isn't bad considering the chunk of time that Clark was forced to sit out due to the injury. Clark also was helped out by 22 points from teammate Kelsey Mitchell, who did a strong job of holding down the fort in her absence to open up the month of June. The Fever will look to get back above the .500 mark when they next hit the floor on Tuesday evening at home against the Connecticut Sun. That game is slated to tip off at 7:00 PM ET. Related: Fever's Caitlin Clark remains 'confident' in Pacers' NBA Finals hopes despite Game 4 breakdown Related: Aari McDonald breaks silence on emergency contract life after Fever release
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Fever's Caitlin Clark remains ‘confident' in Pacers' NBA Finals hopes despite Game 4 breakdown
The post Fever's Caitlin Clark remains 'confident' in Pacers' NBA Finals hopes despite Game 4 breakdown appeared first on ClutchPoints. As Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark returned from injury in explosive fashion, the men's basketball counterparts in the Indiana Pacers fell in Game 4 to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday in the NBA Finals. While Clark will build on her Fever return, she has been a major supporter of the Pacers and speaks about her level of confidence going into the rest of the series. Advertisement Clark would be asked about Indiana's loss as she was in attendance for the contest, but admitted to leaving early since she made her return the next day from a two-week absence from injury. However, Clark would stand firmly behind her team, saying she is 'very confident' that Indiana will come out as champions, according to Scott Agness. 'I didn't stay the whole time. I'm not gonna lie to you,' Clark said. 'I wasn't gonna miss the game. But also, you know, this [Fever game] is my focus. And I have to prepare for this. So I went home and watched the film, went over the rest of our scout, and I was asleep. I watched the end, but then I went to sleep right away.' 'So, tough one trying to balance. Maybe if this game was a little bit later, I probably would have stayed the entire time. But it was a great game, fun game for the Pacers. And I feel still very confident in their ability to win it all.' Fever's Caitlin Clark on what makes the NBA Finals 'fun' Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images The Fever guard in Clark had been good luck for the Pacers as the team was 8-0 when she attended games before the streak was cut on Friday. However, because Clark didn't stay the whole time, as she confirmed, maybe there should be an asterisk to the record, but she would express how stealing one on the road is what makes the NBA finals 'fun,' which Indiana has the chance to do in Game 5. Advertisement 'That's what makes these Finals so fun, it's when teams go and steal one on the road,' Clark said. 'We stole one there, they stole one here. So now we got to go and steal one there essentially to win it all, which I think obviously, we've already proven we're capable of. And I think we're going to do just that.' Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton and others will look to do just that against the Thunder as Game 5 will take place on Monday night. Related: Fever star Caitlin Clark dedicates new Nike Kobe 6 sneaker debut to her dog Related: Aari McDonald breaks silence on emergency contract life after Fever release
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13-05-2025
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Bills Schedule Release Wish Is Prime-Time Revenge
The Buffalo Bills will be considered one of the Super Bowl favorites in 2025, and Josh Allen and the blistering offense are a big reason why. With the NFL schedule set to come out this week, the Bills for the most part, will be must-watch TV with the AFC franchise box-office viewing due to Allen. Advertisement But there are also other matchups that will help push the Bills into the loungerooms of millions time and time again this upcoming season. The Bills face the Kansas City Chiefs, Baltimore Ravens, Philadelphia Eagles, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, all of which are big ticket items, but if Buffalo had one schedule wish for 2025, what would it be? For CBS Sports, it's a prime-time clash against former Bill Stefon Diggs. "A prime-time Patriots showdown pitting Josh Allen against Drake Maye and old friend Stefon Diggs," CBS Sports writes. Stefon Diggs runs with the ball after a reception in Nike Kobe 6 'Dark Knight' cleats during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at NRG Taormina-Imagn Images That would be quite the spectacle, and it would be the second time Diggs would have faced his former employer, having faced the Bills last season as a member of the Houston Texans, where he had six receptions for 82 yards. Advertisement Given the New England Patriots' offseason with Mike Vrabel, the AFC East franchise is garnering some attention, and some even have them as a potential playoff team. That would make a prime-time matchup between Allen and Diggs even better, and considering the Bills usually play the Patriots late in the season, if things fall a certain way, it could have playoff ramifications, too, which adds another layer. Would facing Diggs in prime time be a Bills 2025 schedule wish? Related: Bills Toughest Game Not Against Chiefs Predicts NFL Analyst Related: Bills Running Back Addresses Holdout Rumors
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05-03-2025
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Nike Kobe 6 Protro "Dodgers" Honors L.A.'s Baseball Legacy
The Nike Kobe 6 Protro "Dodgers" represents another special edition in the Kobe 6 line, generating significant buzz among sneaker enthusiasts across the globe. This colorway pays tribute to the Los Angeles Dodgers by featuring the team's signature blue and white color scheme throughout the sneaker incorporates prominent red baseball-style laces that run along the tongue and back heel, creating a distinctive look that blends basketball and baseball first spotted the Nike Kobe 6 "Dodgers" exclusive when Natalia Bryant wore them at Dodger Stadium during Lakers Night last season. Nike later celebrated Mamba Day 2024 by presenting Dodgers players with their own pairs of the commemorative original Nike Kobe 6 line launched in 2010 and stands as one of basketball's most iconic sneaker designs. The Protro version offers a re-engineered construction with improved court traction and performance to retail at $190, the shoes are anticipated to sell out rapidly upon release. Sneaker fans can find them at select Nike retailers or through while supplies last.
