Caitlin Clark listed as probable for Fever-Valkyries rematch following early season back issues

Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull revealed what she finds most rewarding about being teammates with superstar Caitlin Clark, and how Hull gets ready for games. (Fox News Digital / Jackson Thompson)

The latest development in Caitlin Clark’s closely followed season arrived about 24 hours before tipoff of the Indiana Fever’s latest game.

Clark was listed as probable ahead of Thursday’s matchup with the Golden State Valkyries as she continues to deal with a back issue early in the WNBA season.

Meanwhile, all signs point to teammate Bree Hall also being available to suit up.

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark warms up before a game against the Seattle Storm on May 17, 2026, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. (Doug McSchooler/Special to IndyStar/USA Today Network via Imagn Images)

Clark was a late scratch for the Fever’s May 20 matchup against the Portland Fire, marking her first missed game of the season. Even without Clark, Indiana rolled to a 90-73 victory. The Fever hit the 90-point mark again last Friday, this time in a win over the Valkyries.

While there were some concerns about Clark’s availability leading into last week’s Fever-Valkyries game, those worries proved short-lived. Clark returned to the starting lineup and scored a team-high 22 points to help lift Indiana to its third consecutive victory.

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark dribbles the ball while Golden State Valkyries forward Janelle Salaun defends at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on May 22, 2026. (Trevor Ruszkowski/Imagn Images)

Clark’s promising start to her WNBA career was interrupted by injuries in 2025. After appearing in 40 games and winning Rookie of the Year in 2024, Clark was limited to just 13