Indiana Fever fans can breathe easy—Caitlin Clark is all set to play in the team’s second game. After turning heads with an electric near triple-double in the season opener, the sophomore star will suit up again Tuesday night as the Fever host the Atlanta Dream.
With momentum from a dominant 93–58 win over the Chicago Sky, Gainbridge Fieldhouse is expected to be buzzing—and rightfully so.
Caitlin Clark Set to Play After Blazing Start to the Season
In Clark’s first game of the 2025 season, the former Iowa star put up 20 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, along with four blocks and two steals.
She did it all while shooting over 46% from the field and 50% from three-point range, not to mention a perfect performance at the free-throw line. With numbers like that, it’s easy to see why she’s being labeled a legitimate MVP candidate during her sophomore season.
Caitlin Clark made history on Opening Day 🔥
She recorded a triple-double (20 PTS, 10 REB, 10 AST) to lead the @indianafever to a dominant win.
She’s now the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 3 career triple-doubles (41 games)
…and ties Candace Parker for 3rd-most… pic.twitter.com/50uDmazdo8
— WNBA (@WNBA)
So yes, Clark will be active for tonight’s game, which tips off at 7 p.m. ET on NBATV. Barring any unexpected changes, she’ll be back on the court against the Dream, looking to carry the Fever’s momentum forward.
What makes this matchup even more intriguing is the intensity of the previous game. Clark was involved in a heated moment during the second half of Saturday’s season opener when she fouled Sky forward Angel Reese on a hard play attempting to prevent an easy layup.
The tension escalated, tempers flared, and by the end of it, Clark received a flagrant foul, while Reese and Indiana’s Aliyah Boston were both hit with technicals. Despite the drama, Indiana secured the win, but that moment certainly left its mark.
Tonight, it’s all about Caitlin Clark once again, and the Fever are ready to keep rolling.
Indiana’s Next Test: Handling the Atlanta Dream
While Indiana cruised to an easy win in Game 1, Atlanta had to battle through a tough opener. The Dream came up short against the Connecticut Sun, and it’s clear the team is still looking to find its rhythm on both ends of the floor. But make no mistake—Atlanta’s defense can be a real challenge if the Fever aren’t careful.
That said, Indiana seems locked in. With Clark leading the way and Boston anchoring the paint, the Fever have a solid chance to start the season 2-0. The spacing looks better, the bench is deeper, and with Clark’s ability to slice through defenses with her vision, it’ll be tough for Atlanta to slow her down for a full 40 minutes.
And if the crowd gets behind the team like they did on Saturday? The Dream could be in for a tough night.
Clark’s impact is undeniable. From drawing double teams to knocking down deep threes and delivering unexpected assists, she’s already making Year 2 one to remember. If she keeps playing like this, don’t be surprised if Indiana is not just talking about playoffs, but making a real splash when they get there.