On April 19, 2025, Gainbridge Fieldhouse was buzzing as the Indiana Pacers hosted the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs. Among the sea of yellow-clad fans was Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, who showed up in a Pacers-themed shirt to cheer on her fellow Indiana athletes.
Beyond the court, a heartwarming moment unfolded when Clark joyfully interacted with the children of Fever head coach Stephanie White.
Caitlin Clark Warms Fans’ Hearts
Clark had an impressive opening season with the Fever, earning the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year Award and being named First-Team All-WNBA in her debut season.
A user on X posted a candid video of Caitlin Clark smiling with Stephanie White’s children during the Pacers’ playoff game.
Clark wore a Fever-branded orange shirt and radiated warmth as she spent time with the kids. One child wore a matching jersey. The tweet went viral, with fans praising the Fever’s tight-knit community.
Caitlin with Steph White’s kids ❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹 this team really a family pic.twitter.com/gwE4ubxuex
— correlation (@nosyone4) April 19, 2025
Supporters of the Fever shared their reactions. One fan wrote:
“All of us have to be ready for when she wants kids. Ain’t no doubt she wants to be a mom some day. I just wonder if she retires first.”
Another fan appreciated the team’s continuity, saying:
“One of my favorite parts of this team is how interconnected it is and how many figures from the past are still around — Kelly, Lin Dunn, Steph, Brinn January, Tamika Catchings, and so many others are still around.”
The reaction highlights how the Fever have built a culture of connection between their past and present, creating a family atmosphere fans can relate to.
Pacers Dominate Game 1 Against Bucks With Balanced Team Effort
On their home court, the Indiana Pacers opened the 2025 NBA Playoffs with an impressive 117–98 win over the Milwaukee Bucks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, taking a 1–0 lead in the series.
Indiana came out strong, jumping to a 33–25 lead after the first quarter and keeping the pressure on through the half. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 25 points and seven rebounds. Myles Turner added 19 points and five rebounds.
Andrew Nembhard scored 17 points and dished out five assists, while Tyrese Haliburton finished with a double-double: 10 points and 12 assists. Bennedict Mathurin chipped in 13 points off the bench.
For the Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo had a standout performance with 36 points and 13 rebounds. But the team struggled to generate offense, largely due to Indiana’s tough defense. The Pacers shut down Milwaukee’s three-point shooting and capitalized on turnovers.
Balanced scoring and efficient ball movement were key for Indiana’s dominant win.