What happened: Caitlin Clark will miss Thursday night's game between the Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury. Head coach Stephanie White confirmed the decision to rest the guard on the second half of a back-to-back to manage a recent back issue.
Why it matters: The organization is taking a cautious approach after Clark returned to action Wednesday following a two-game absence. The Phoenix Mercury host this contest with the regular-season series tied at 1-1.
By the numbers: Indiana enters the game at 14-10, averaging 94.0 points per game. Phoenix sits at 10-14 while scoring 84.5 points per contest, and the teams split their two previous meetings in June.
What to watch: The Fever will continue evaluating the guard's availability as they prepare for their next scheduled matchup.