Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark provided an update on her condition following an unintentional eye poke incident involving DiJonai Carrington during a recent game against the Connecticut Sun. Clark mentioned that her right eye is feeling good and the bruising from the incident has significantly reduced since the game. She dismissed any claims of intentional harm and stated that Carrington’s actions were not deliberate.
Despite the social media buzz surrounding the incident, Carrington also addressed the issue, denying any intention to hit Clark in the eye. She explained that she was attempting to make a play on the ball and inadvertently made contact with Clark’s eye in the process. Both players emphasized that it was an accidental occurrence.
Looking ahead to Game 2, Clark expressed confidence in her team’s ability to bounce back from the previous loss. She highlighted the fact that the Fever had defeated the Sun earlier in the season and believes they can make the necessary adjustments to secure a win in the upcoming game. Head coach Christie Sides acknowledged the team’s defensive shortcomings in the previous game and emphasized the need to improve their performance to challenge the Sun effectively.
Despite facing elimination in the next game, Clark remained optimistic about their chances and emphasized the team’s strong belief in their ability to turn the series around. She described the current season as a special one for the organization and stressed the importance of advancing to the playoffs. The Fever are determined to put up a strong fight and secure a victory in the upcoming game to stay alive in the series.
