Will Caitlin Clark play tonight? Updated Fever vs. Sparks predictions after latest injury news

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Written by Dave Garofolo
Reviewed by Nick Slade

See what the data says about Caitlin Clark's potential return on Wednesday night.

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Caitlin Clark has missed the past two games for the Fever with a back injury.

The Indiana Fever could have Caitlin Clark back on the floor at the perfect time. Ahead of Wednesday night's road game against the Los Angeles Sparks, Clark has been listed as probable on the WNBA injury report after missing Indiana's last two games with a back injury, shifting the WNBA betting markets.

Clark's possible return is even more important as the Fever could be without fellow star Aliyah Boston due to a leg injury, with the center listed as questionable and the team clinging to a one-game lead in the Eastern Conference.

Her possible return has shifted the betting lines for Fever vs. Sparks and now multiple players, including Clark, have appeared with value in the Dimers Pro best bets and best WNBA props.

 

Will Caitlin Clark play tonight?

Clark hasn't played since Indiana's June 24 loss to the Phoenix Mercury, but the Fever have stayed afloat behind Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston.

The Indiana Fever officially listed Clark as probable on the team's injury report for the first time since her injury, pointing more positively towards a return.

If cleared before tipoff, Clark returns as one of the WNBA's top playmakers, averaging 21.2 points, 8.2 assists and 4.0 rebounds per game this season.

Caitlin Clark player projections (vs. Sparks)

According to our projections from the Dimers App, Caitlin Clark is projected for 17.2 points and 7.6 assists tonight.

Her assist projection is below her season average, but our model identifies a value play based on her line tonight.

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Fever vs. Sparks: matchup details and betting odds

  • Matchup: Indiana Fever at Los Angeles Sparks
  • Date: Wednesday, July 8, 2026
  • Time: 10:00 PM ET
  • Venue: Crypto.com Arena
  • Spread: Fever -6.5
  • Total: 183.5
  • Moneyline: Fever -245, Sparks +233
  • Win Probability: Fever 77%, Sparks 23%
  • Projected Score: Fever 91, Sparks 83

If Clark suits up, the Fever enter as heavy favorites to extend their momentum in the WNBA standings.

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To give you the most accurate and helpful information, this article has been reviewed and edited by Nick Slade through our fact-checking process.
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Dave Garofolo
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.

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