Sports media personality Colin Cowherd has made headlines once again — this time, not for a hot take, but for breaking news: Caitlin Clark is officially set to return to the court with the Indiana Fever.

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After days of speculation surrounding her brief absence, Cowherd took to his platform to confirm what Fever fans have been waiting to hear. “She’s coming back. The league needs her, the team needs her, and she’s ready,” Cowherd said on his show. “Caitlin Clark is the biggest draw in women’s basketball — and the Indiana Fever know it.”

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The Return of a Star

Clark missed Indiana’s last game amid what the team called “rest and recovery,” sparking a media frenzy and concerns about her health, treatment, and usage in her rookie WNBA season. The reaction was immediate — both in fan response and in TV ratings, which saw a steep drop during her absence.

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Now, her return couldn’t come at a more critical time. The Fever are still fighting to establish consistency, and Clark’s playmaking, shooting, and leadership have already proven to be key to their success — even in a tough season.

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Colin Cowherd: “She’s the Face of the League”

During his broadcast, Cowherd emphasized Clark’s impact not just on Indiana, but on the entire WNBA:

“Let’s be honest — Caitlin Clark is the WNBA right now. Attendance, viewership, headlines — she’s moving all of it. The league goes as far as she takes it.”

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Cowherd also praised Clark’s resilience in handling both media pressure and physical play, while pushing back against critics who’ve questioned her toughness.

“She’s a competitor. She’s not asking for special treatment — she’s asking for fair basketball.”

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What’s Next for Indiana?

With Clark returning, the Fever will have a full backcourt again — especially with Sophie Cunningham also rejoining the lineup. All eyes now turn to their upcoming matchup against the New York Liberty, where Clark will look to make a strong statement after her short break.

The pressure is back on — but so is Caitlin.

And according to Cowherd? That’s exactly how the WNBA wants it.