Fever vs. Sky Preview: How to Watch—and What to Expect Without Clark or Reese

Indianapolis, IN — August 9, 2025 — Tonight’s much-anticipated WNBA matchup between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky is drawing attention—but not for the usual star power. Both Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese are sidelined, reshaping what was expected to be a marquee rivalry into a test of depth and strategy.

Game Day Essentials: Date, Time & Broadcast Info

• When: Tonight at 8 p.m. ET

• Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis

• TV/Stream: Catch it on CBS, or stream live via Paramount+.
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Stars Sidelined: What You Should Know

• Caitlin Clark continues her absence due to a lingering groin injury, and the team has not announced any return date.
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• Angel Reese is also out, recovering from a back injury. She, like Clark, is listed without a concrete timeline for return. Chicago Sky coach Tyler Marsh confirmed she hasn’t joined the team for the road trip as she focuses on rehab.
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Team Dynamics: Depth Will Be Tested

Without their superstars, both teams must lean into role players and bench strength. For Chicago, Reese’s absence highlights already existing struggles—they’ve lost eight of their last ten games and face pressure to regroup quickly.
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Indiana enters the game undermanned, too. With Clark out—and guards Aari McDonald and Sydney Colson sidelined for the season due to serious injuries—the Fever are down to just nine active players. They will be eligible for a hardship roster addition only after tonight’s game.
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Looking Beyond the Absences

This matchup is still meaningful in the standings. The Fever (17–14) currently sit comfortably in the top half of the league, while Chicago (7–22) remains near the bottom. Despite the missing stars, tonight’s game is a chance for supporting players to step into new roles and make an impact—especially as Indiana chases sustained postseason qualification.