Caitlin Clark showcasing her shooting skills during an event.
Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever is set to compete in the WNBA 3-Point Contest despite injury worries. Scheduled for July 18, her participation is highly anticipated as she balances her impressive shooting record with health issues. Clark has been named a captain for the All-Star Game following a record-breaking shooting season, raising questions about her ability to perform in upcoming events.
In Indianapolis, Indiana, Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever is preparing to compete in the upcoming 2025 WNBA STARRY 3-Point Contest. Scheduled for July 18, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, this marks Clark’s first appearance in a professional three-point shooting contest. Despite ongoing injury concerns, Clark’s participation remains confirmed, adding anticipation to the event.
Clark has also been named as one of the two captains for the WNBA All-Star Game, set for July 19, 2025, at 8:30 p.m. ET. She will lead Team Clark, which includes her teammates Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell. Their team will compete against Napheesa Collier’s team in the exhibition match.
In the 2024 season, Clark set a franchise record with 122 three-pointers made, surpassing Kelsey Mitchell’s previous record of 102 set in 2023. Her tally led the entire WNBA in 2024 and was just four away from the league record held by Sabrina Ionescu of the New York Liberty. Clark also holds the rookie record for most three-pointers made in a single season.
During this season, she has made 28 three-pointers in 12 games played, demonstrating her consistent shooting ability. Her college career at the University of Iowa featured a Division 1 record of 548 three-pointers, with back-to-back seasons in 2023 and 2024 where she made 201 three-pointers each year.
Last year’s WNBA 3-point contest was won by Allisha Gray of the Atlanta Dream, who made 22 out of 40 attempts. In 2023, Sabrina Ionescu claimed victory after making 37 out of 40 shots. This year, Clark will face Ionescu and Sonia Citron of the Washington Mystics, a rookie participant, in the contest.
Clark’s season has been affected by injuries, having missed ten games—five due to a quad strain and five from a groin injury. Recently, she appeared to re-injure her groin during a game against the Connecticut Sun, prompting her coach to state she would be evaluated for any potential issues. Her condition raises questions about her participation in the All-Star festivities and whether she will be able to compete in the three-point contest and the All-Star Game.
Despite injury setbacks, Clark remains a pre-season betting favorite for Most Valuable Player. In her latest game against the Connecticut Sun, she scored 14 points, along with eight rebounds and seven assists, even though her shooting was inconsistent (4-for-14 overall, 1-for-7 from three). Her presence on the court notably improves the Fever’s performance; with her active, the team has a record of 8-5, compared to 4-5 without her. However, she has yet to participate in back-to-back games this season, underscoring ongoing health concerns.
The importance of Clark’s participation in the All-Star events is underscored by her injury status. While she is scheduled to compete in the 3-point contest, her availability for the All-Star Game itself remains uncertain pending a thorough evaluation of her groin injury.
The upcoming events will serve as a critical test of her recovery and readiness for the remainder of the season, which is still ongoing. As the league and fans await further updates, Clark’s potential return to full health will be closely watched, especially given her recent stellar performance and record-breaking achievements.
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