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Kelsey Mitchell Replaces Injured Caitlin Clark as WNBA All-Star Game Starter
19 Jul
Summary
- Caitlin Clark sidelined by groin injury
- Kelsey Mitchell named starter for All-Star Game
- Mitchell averaging 19.1 points per game this season
In the upcoming WNBA All-Star Game, the Indiana Fever's Kelsey Mitchell will be taking center stage, replacing the injured Caitlin Clark. Clark, who had been selected as a captain for the event, was forced to withdraw due to a lingering groin injury.
Mitchell, now in her eighth season with the Fever, has been one of the team's most reliable scorers, averaging 19.1 points per game this season. With several players out due to injury, Mitchell's veteran presence made her a logical choice to move into a more prominent role on Team Clark, which is being coached by the New York Liberty's Sandy Brondello.
While Clark's absence is a disappointment, the Fever brand will still be well represented at the All-Star Game. Aliyah Boston, who was already slotted into the starting lineup, will also be part of Team Clark. For now, the spotlight will shine on Mitchell, giving Indiana fans a chance to cheer on one of their own during the highly anticipated event.
