Caitlin Clark did not play today because she is sidelined with a lingering right groin injury. This marks her 17th consecutive missed game and the 25th absence this season. She has been out since July 15, when she suffered the injury in a game against the Connecticut Sun. Although she has started participating in non-contact drills, her full return depends on her ability to handle full-court practices with game-level contact and stamina without setbacks. There is no firm timeline for her return yet, but the team is hopeful she may return before the regular season ends. The focus remains on her long-term health and recovery rather than rushing her back to play immediately.