There was a lot of anticipation leading up to Saturday's showdown between the Indiana Fever and the New York Liberty. This is after the Fever announced that Caitlin Clark was set to return after a five-game injury absence in Indiana's home matchup against the defending champs.

The 2024 All-Star had missed the Fever's last four games with a quad injury. In addition to her brief layoff, she was facing the worst possible matchup. New York had dominated its foes through nine games. Prior to Saturday, the Liberty boasted an 88.1 defensive rating, per WNBA.com.

Angle Reese is in elite company as the Chicago Sky forward notched her first career triple-double and the second of the season overall, joining none other than Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark. Reese delivered a dominant performance for the Sky in Sunday’s matchup against the Connecticut Sun putting up 11 points,

After missing five games with a strained quad, Caitlin Clark returned on Saturday for a showdown against the Liberty.

Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever is defended by Breanna Stewart #30 of the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 24, 2025 in India

The Fever said Caitlin Clark will return from injury for Saturday's matchup with the reigning champion Liberty. The day before the game, she nailed a halfcourt shot.

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark's pet dog, Bella, inspired a player-exclusive colorway of the Nike Kobe 6 Protro basketball shoes.