Caitlin Clark’s Comeback Game: Indiana Fever vs. Washington Mystics

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever faced challenges at the start of the 2026 WNBA season. After Caitlin Clark missed most of 2025, many expected her to perform like she did in her rookie year. After a promising start, Clark’s performance became inconsistent.

Early in the season, she scored over 20 points in five games, then struggled to reach that level in the next four. In one match against the Golden State Valkyries, Clark scored 22 points with nine assists and 44% shooting from the 3-point range. Yet, she struggled to maintain her performance with five turnovers in a second game against the Valkyries, followed by just six points against the Portland Fire on May 30.

Caitlin Clark scored just six points in a tough loss to the Portland Fire.

On June 6, 2026, against the New York Liberty, Clark’s performance reflected her season so far. She scored 10 points on 28.6% shooting, hit 33.3% of her 3-pointers, and committed three turnovers and five fouls. Despite her struggles, she contributed nine assists and seven rebounds.

Clark’s field goal percentage was 14 for 50 in recent games, surprisingly hitting only six out of 22 attempts from 3-point range. With the Fever holding a 5-5 record, the game against the Washington Mystics became crucial to get back on track.

Game Highlights Against the Mystics

Clark started strong, scoring 10 points in the first quarter while going 2-5 from three-point range. Though benched for much of the second quarter, she amazed fans with a skillful pass to Myisha Hines-Allen for a layup.

In the second half, she showcased her shooting skills. With seven minutes left in the third, Clark made a 25-foot jump shot, completing a rare four-point play after a foul by Cassandre Prosper.

Despite the Fever’s substantial lead, the Mystics closed the gap to just two points midway through the fourth and one point near the end. After a loose ball foul, the Mystics led by one point. Clark drew contact in the lane for two free throws but missed both.

Even with shooting troubles, Clark contributed with a remarkable half-court pass to Aliyah Boston, making it 75-74 Fever. After trailing due to a late foul, Sophie Cunningham’s long pass enabled Clark to sink a crucial 31-footer, clinching a 78-76 victory for the Fever.

Clark’s remarkable three-point shot secured the win for the Indiana Fever.

This performance signaled a return to form. Clark finished with 19 points, hitting 7-16 from the field and 4 out of 10 from three-point attempts, along with five assists and a steal. The Fever’s win improved their record to 6-5, heading into their next game against the Chicago Sky.