On Thursday night, the Indiana Fever achieved a significant milestone in their 2024 WNBA season by notching their fourth victory, overcoming the Atlanta Dream with a final score of 91-84 at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The game, characterized by intense action and strategic gameplay, saw the Fever excelling on the offensive end, securing a hard-fought win against their rivals.
Despite the team’s overall success, Caitlin Clark experienced a challenging evening in terms of her shooting accuracy. The star guard struggled to find her rhythm throughout the game, culminating in a modest tally of 7 points. Her performance from the field was below her usual standard, as she made only 3 of her 11 attempted shots. This included a particularly tough night from beyond the arc, where she converted just 1 of her 6 three-point attempts.
This performance has brought Clark’s three-point shooting percentage down to 32.2% for the season, a noticeable drop from her impressive 37.8% during her final season at Iowa. The decline in her shooting form has been a concern, prompting her to seek solutions to regain her touch.
In pursuit of improvement, Clark enlisted the help of her boyfriend, Connor McCaffrey, immediately following the game.
McCaffrey, who serves as an assistant coach for the NBA’s Indiana Pacers, brings a wealth of basketball knowledge and coaching acumen, making him an ideal partner for Clark’s post-game training session.
The couple was observed in the largely vacant arena, deeply engaged in what appeared to be a rigorous “shooting therapy” session.
They began with Clark practicing three-point shots, with McCaffrey providing the passes, closely observing her mechanics and offering tips for adjustments. The focus then shifted closer to the basket, where Clark worked on floaters and other short-range shots within the paint. This change of pace aimed to refine her close-range game and rebuild her confidence in her shooting abilities.
The dedication shown by Clark in addressing her shooting struggles highlights her commitment to improving and contributing more effectively to her team’s success.
With McCaffrey’s expertise and support, there is optimism that Clark will soon rediscover her shooting form and return to her peak performance level, potentially boosting the Fever’s prospects as they progress through the season.
