Caitlin Clark's Triumphant Return to WNBA

0:00On this March 12th, here's what's making entertainment headlines. Caitlin Clark is back on the court after an eight-month break due to injury. The 24-year-old WNBA star made her debut with the senior team USA Squad at the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup qualifying tournament in San Juan Puerto Rico. On Wednesday, March 11th, she helped lead a dominant 110-46 victory over Senegal. Her return came after a right-growing injury suffered during an Indiana fever game on July 15th of last year. Recovery got tougher with a bone bruise in her left ankle, which delayed full checks on the groin issue. The fever shut her down in September to prioritize healing. Clark said she felt more excited than nervous, having prepared for this moment a long time. She loved running around with such a talented group and getting sweaty again. Playing basketball, she added, is what makes her happiest. Right away, Clark drained her first three-pointer within the opening four minutes. That shot helped her shake off any rest and feel back to normal.

1:01She knows she brings speed and pace to the team. Clark only played 13 games in the WNBA last season before sitting out the rest. Still, the fever pushed hard in the playoffs, nearly upsetting the champion Las Vegas aces. She even shared online how badly she missed the game. Dean is sponsored by our partner. Check out the episode description. Your favorite podcasts, music, or sleep sounds coming from your pillow. No earbuds, no distractions. Just listen and relax.