Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark came back to the WNBA court with a vengeance, and her performance left Basketball Hall of Famer Rebecca Lobo speechless.

Caitlin Clark’s absence is not just a setback for the Indiana Fever on the court; it has a significant impact on the entire WNBA. According to Nielsen data reported by USA Today, since she met with injury and remained sidelined due to her left quad strain,

Without Caitlin Clark, WNBA viewership nosedives, proving she’s the league’s brightest star and biggest ratings draw.

Injured Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark's absence has been a devastating blow to the team, along with the reported WNBA ratings.

Caitlin Clark's gameplay has left even a basketball legend stunned. The basketball phenom has boosted the popularity of the WNBA with her already legendary three-pointers. However, her play on June 14 turned heads when she made seven three-pointers to score 32 points against the New York Liberty.

Caitlin Clark didn't just return from a quad injury on Saturday; she stormed back like she had been binge-watching her highlight reel. With 32 points, nine assists, and eight rebounds, she not only handed the previously undefeated New York Liberty their first loss of the season but also ignited a bold new chapter in WNBA history.

This one game saw a 75% increase in ratings for CBS from the 2024 WNBA season. The Fever dominated the Sky with a 79-52 win in the first-ever WNBA game played at the United Center.  It also saw Sky veteran guard Courtney Vandersloot suffering an ACL injury,