The Indiana Fever is all set for the upcoming season following an impressive performance in the 2025 season. The franchise welcomes healthy Caitlin Clark after an injury-hit last season. While the coach took a cautious approach using the star in the pre-season games, she even revealed that the player will be involved only in necessary reps in practice.
But Clark mentioned that she is not sitting out in any practice sessions and will be part of as much action as possible. But in the games, the coach is looking to use her differently to keep the player fresh.
Stephanie White Looking To Play Caitlin Clark Off-Ball
The Indiana Fever might be a top contender for the championship, but they need to address many aspects when facing a deep, talented opponent. Since the 2024 season, opponents have been physical on the playmaker, trying to stop her. Now in the third year, the coach came up with a plan to deal with this defense as she recently opened up on the usage of CC in games.
“The way that teams play Caitlin is different from everyone. To alleviate some pressure, we need to get her off the ball sometimes… & not all the time. It’s a way to help her load management, to alleviate the extra stuff that is put on her shoulders in a course of a game,” White said in the press conference.
“The way that teams play Caitlin is different from everyone. To alleviate some pressure, we need to get her off the ball sometimes… & not all the time. It’s a way to help her load management, to alleviate the extra stuff that is put on her shoulders in a course of a game.” pic.twitter.com/Sc6T1FyakX
— allison (@_girltalk) May 4, 2026
The coach also opened up on playing fast-paced offense, which will help the side gain an advantage in games and score in quick succession.
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As for the 2024 rookie, she has already expressed a desire to share possession with her teammates, which will make the game more open. And as she shared her excitement about the league’s third season, she received special backing from an NBA megastar.
LeBron James Encourages Caitlin Clark For Season 3
The player played in 13 regular-season games for the Fever team and is ready to go in the 2026 season. During her exit interview, she spoke about being in the rehab to stay ready for the third year.
Now that the player is all set for the 2026 season with new teammates, she shared a post on Instagram and wrote, “Year 3!!! See you all soon.”
NBA megastar, LeBron James, had been her supporter from the start of her career. He responded to the post with a “LFG!!!!!!” comment. He did the same in her sophomore year in the league and now once again showed his backing for the Fever guard.