Caitlin Clark is gearing up for her second season in the WNBA with the Indiana Fever after a historic rookie campaign as the league’s No. 1 overall pick in 2024. The Fever have made significant offseason moves to bolster their roster, most notably acquiring six-time WNBA All-Star DeWanna Bonner.
Clark addressed the media on Tuesday, discussing these key additions and their potential impact on the upcoming 2025 season.
Caitlin Clark Kent: A New Look Sparks Fan Reactions
During the interview, Clark surprised fans by sporting glasses, a rare sight in her public appearances. The rectangular frames quickly caught attention, leading to a new fan-created nickname: "Caitlin Clark Kent."
Fans were quick to react on social media:
- "There’s a Superman parody ad waiting to be made with Caitlin Clark and those glasses..."
- "Leaps defenses in a single bound. Faster than a locomotive. Made of steel and is a superhero to so many little girls and boys!"
- "Don’t see her in glasses too often. Good analogy!"
New Season, New Goals for the Fever
Last season, Clark and the Fever were eliminated in the first round of the WNBA playoffs by Bonner and the Connecticut Sun. Now with Bonner joining the team in Indianapolis, expectations are higher for a deeper postseason run.
Clark expressed her excitement about feeding off Bonner’s competitive spirit:
"That’s exactly what you want. You want your teammates to be just as competitive as you are," Clark said. "I think training camp is going to be really fun. That’s when you’re competing live... Her leadership is going to push all of us to be better. When you see a veteran like that come in here and want to get better every single day... That’s inspiring."
Looking Ahead to the 2025 WNBA Season
Clark and the Fever will tip off their 2025 WNBA campaign on May 17 with a high-profile matchup against Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky. With new additions and an ambitious mindset, Indiana aims to make a strong statement in the upcoming season.