The Indiana Fever received a warning from the WNBA after failing to update the injury status of star guard Caitlin Clark before their game against the Portland Fire on May 20. Clark was unexpectedly ruled out due to a back injury, which raised concerns about the Fever's adherence to league injury reporting rules. According to WNBA regulations, teams must submit injury reports by 5 p.m. the day before games, and any changes in player availability must be communicated immediately. Coach Stephanie White stated that Clark had missed practice for treatment but was not listed on the injury report, leading to confusion. The league's investigation concluded there was insufficient evidence to impose a fine, as the Fever's actions did not appear to intentionally violate the rules. Clark, who was the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year, is currently averaging 24.3 points and 9.1 assists per game this season, showcasing her significant impact on the court. The Fever updated her status for the following game against the Golden State Valkyries, indicating a commitment to better compliance with injury reporting moving forward.