Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is staying focused amid speculation about her future, especially as she gears up for a critical stretch in the WNBA season following the All-Star/Olympic break. With the Fever currently holding a 11-15 record and sitting in seventh place, Clark is determined to lead her team to their first playoff appearance since 2016. The path ahead is challenging, but Clark’s sights are firmly set on making it happen.
When questioned about her interest in the newly established Unrivaled 3×3 league, which is set to debut in January, Clark made it clear that her priority is the present. “Honestly, I’m just focused on this right now,” she told reporters. “One thing at a time. Can’t always just be moving on to the next. My focus is right here.”
Caitlin Clark on if she’d have any interest competing in the Unrivaled 3×3 League: “Honestly I’m just focused on this right now. One thing at a time. Can’t always just be moving on to the next. My focus is right here.” pic.twitter.com/cQHNj6Omeo
— Matthew Byrne (@MatthewByrne1) August 13, 2024
Unrivaled, co-founded by WNBA stars Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, offers a unique opportunity for players to stay stateside during the offseason. The six-team league will kick off in Miami in January 2025 and will feature an eight-week season. High-profile players like Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers, Kelsey Plum, and Arike Ogunbowale have already committed to the league, making it a significant addition to women’s basketball.
Though Clark, averaging 17.1 points and 8.2 assists in her rookie season, would be a coveted player for Unrivaled, her current focus remains on the Fever’s playoff push. The 22-year-old guard is intent on helping Indiana secure a postseason berth, starting with a crucial matchup against Diana Taurasi and the Phoenix Mercury on Friday, August 16.
With the stakes high and the road ahead uncertain, Clark’s dedication to her team underscores her commitment to the task at hand, leaving any future opportunities to be addressed in due time.
