Injured Clark Still Having an Impact on WNBA All-Star Game
MARION COUNTY, INDIANA, JUL 19 – Clark, sidelined by a groin injury, will serve as honorary assistant coach while ticket prices for the All-Star Game dropped nearly 48%, reflecting her impact on fan interest.
- Thursday, Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark withdrew from the WNBA All-Star Game and related festivities, set for Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
- Clark’s groin injury flared up during the game, affecting her participation in the All-Star Weekend.
- With ticket costs down and ratings off, the league felt Clark’s absence; according to TickPick, the get-in price dropped from $121 to $64, and Nielsen reports that viewership has fallen 55%.
- Clark will serve on the sidelines as honorary assistant coach, helping Sandy Brondello design strategy for Team East.
- Last Tuesday, Damian Lillard returns to the Portland Trail Blazers on a three-year, $42 million contract, after 11 seasons prior to his 2023 trade.
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