It’s an unforgettable time for basketball in Indiana — and Caitlin Clark, the rising WNBA superstar of the Indiana Fever, is riding the wave of Hoosier pride along with the fans. Following the Indiana Pacers’ thrilling Game 6 win in the Eastern Conference Finals, Clark shared her heartfelt reaction as the Pacers punched their ticket to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2000.

“That was insane!” Clark posted on X (formerly Twitter) minutes after the final buzzer. “The energy in Indy right now is unreal. Let’s gooo @Pacers!! NBA Finals bound!! 🔥💙💛”

The Game That Sealed It

In what’s already being called one of the most iconic nights in recent Pacers history, Indiana closed out the series 4–2 with a dramatic Game 6 victory on home court, defeating a gritty and experienced Eastern Conference contender.

Led by Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam, the Pacers held off a late rally to secure a 113–108 win and earn their long-awaited return to the NBA Finals — where they’ll face the rising Oklahoma City Thunder led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren.

Clark: “This Means So Much to Indiana”

Caitlin Clark, who has quickly become the face of the WNBA’s Indiana Fever and one of the most talked-about athletes in the state, emphasized how meaningful this moment is for Indiana sports fans.

“The whole state’s behind them,” she told reporters after her own game earlier that night. “You see what this means to people — not just basketball fans, but families, kids, lifelong Pacers supporters. Indy is electric right now.”

Clark, known for her fierce competitiveness and deep basketball IQ, said she’s inspired by what the Pacers are doing — and hopes to create something similar with the Fever.

“Watching the Pacers build something special gives us so much motivation. We’re trying to do the same thing — create a winning culture, bring pride back to Indiana basketball. They’re showing us what’s possible.”

Clark Spotted Cheering from Courtside

Just 24 hours after leading the Fever to their own comeback win, Clark was spotted sitting courtside at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for Game 6, joining fans in a sea of blue and gold. Sporting a Pacers hoodie and standing for nearly every play of the fourth quarter, Clark’s passion was on full display.

Videos of her cheering, fist-pumping, and high-fiving fans quickly went viral, with many calling her the “face of Indiana basketball” — uniting the men’s and women’s teams under one powerful moment.

Next Stop: The NBA Finals

The Indiana Pacers now turn their attention to the Western Conference champion OKC Thunder, setting the stage for a dynamic, youth-driven NBA Finals. It’s a clash of emerging stars — Haliburton vs. Shai, Siakam vs. Giddey — and Indiana will have home-court energy behind them.

“I’ll be watching every second,” Clark said. “We’re all in this together. One Indiana. Let’s finish the job.”

Final Thoughts

Caitlin Clark’s reaction captures what many in Indiana are feeling right now: excitement, pride, and belief. With both the Fever and Pacers building momentum, it’s a golden era for basketball in the Hoosier state.

From the WNBA hardwood to the NBA Finals stage — Indiana is back.

And nobody’s cheering louder than Caitlin Clark.