As excitement builds around the Indiana Fever’s upcoming WNBA season — especially with the arrival of superstar rookie Caitlin Clark — some fans are hitting pause after watching recent training camp footage. A series of video clips circulating online has sparked concern among Fever faithful due to one noticeable trend: a surprising number of missed layups.

Training Camp Footage Raises Eyebrows

In multiple practice videos shared by the Fever’s media team and fan accounts, several players — including projected starters — appeared to struggle with finishing around the rim. Whether it was fast-break opportunities, contested drives, or simple under-the-basket looks, layups were clanging off the backboard or rimming out far too often.

“This is the WNBA. You can’t leave that many points at the rim,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).

The reaction wasn’t full-blown panic, but it was enough to get people talking.

Is It Just Rust or a Bigger Issue?

It’s important to note that training camp is where mistakes happen — and are supposed to happen. Early practices are intense, often unpolished, and meant to build rhythm, not showcase perfection.

However, missed layups, especially in high-volume, can point to deeper issues:

Lack of focus or finishing fundamentals

Fatigue or poor conditioning early in camp

Nerves or pressure from media attention

Inconsistency in spacing or offensive flow

If these struggles persist into preseason games, fans and coaching staff may need to reassess player roles and execution in the paint.

Clark and Boston: Still the Core

Despite the missed layups, there’s still optimism. Caitlin Clark has shown great playmaking ability, and Aliyah Boston continues to anchor the paint. The issue seems more about role players and bench units failing to capitalize on easy looks — something that can often be corrected with time and repetition.

“It’s early. These are things we clean up quickly,” said Fever assistant coach Carlos Knox. “We’d be more worried if they weren’t creating those looks in the first place.”

Fan Reactions: Mixed but Hopeful

Here’s what some Fever fans had to say online:

“I get it’s early, but missed layups are the difference in close games.”

“Caitlin is dishing dimes and people gotta convert.”

“It’s training camp — this is where they’re supposed to fix this.”

Moving Forward: Areas of Focus

Heading into the rest of camp and the preseason, expect the Fever to place extra emphasis on:

Finishing drills under pressure

Pace control to avoid rushed shots

Communication in transition offense

Improving footwork and body control in traffic

If addressed properly, this early concern could turn into a strength by the time the regular season tips off.

Final Take: Concerned, But Not Panicked

Missed layups are never ideal — especially for a team looking to make a statement in 2025. But for now, the concern from Fever fans is more of a red flag than a siren.

Training camp is about growing pains, and if the Fever can sharpen their finishing touch, this minor issue could soon be forgotten in the shadow of major progress.