Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever‘s superstar, has fans and analysts puzzled after her last three games, and the big question is: what’s going on with her? Known for her exceptional three-point shooting-a skill that defined her NCAA career at Iowa, where she set a record with 3,951 points and a 37.5% three-point average-Clark has suddenly hit a baffling slump. Let’s dive into her recent performances and wonder what might be behind this unexpected struggle.
Over her last three games, Clark’s numbers tell a troubling story. On June 19 against the Golden State Valkyries, she went 0-for-7 from three, contributing to an 88-77 loss. On June 22 versus the Las Vegas Aces, she managed just 1-for-10 from beyond the arc in an 89-81 defeat. And tonight against the Seattle Storm, she was 0-for-6 from three, though the Fever pulled off a 94-86 win.
Her three-point shooting percentage across these games has cratered to a mere 5.6% (1-for-23), a stark contrast to her season norm of 35.2%. Overall field goal percentage sits at 27% (13-for-47), with turnovers creeping up to 4.7 per game from her 4.1 average. This is a far cry from the player who lit up the court with long-range precision earlier this year.
Clark’s reputation as a three-point wizard-hitting clutch shots that fueled her rise-makes this dip even more striking. So, what’s happening? One possibility is the coaching transition. After Christie Sides‘ departure in May 2025, new head coach Stephanie White introduced a system that might not yet align with Clark’s rhythm.
What’s wrong with Caitlin Clark?
Could this be throwing her off? Another thought is distraction-media pressure, off-court noise, or personal challenges might be clouding her focus. Or perhaps it’s a rare cold streak, though her recent 0-for-13 stretch over two games suggests something deeper. Whatever it is, her current form has fans questioning if she’s lost her magic touch.
Reactions on X echo the concern. One user posted: “Caitlin’s 3s were her thing-why is she bricking everything now? New coach glitch?“, while other said: “Is Caitlin distracted? 0-13 from three is brutal-what’s up?” . One more expressed: “Something’s off with Clark-bad streak or coaching mess?“, and other speculated, “Pressure getting to her? Those misses are painful to watch.” The frustration is clear, with fans debating if it’s a temporary rut or a sign of bigger issues.
Despite the slump, Clark’s playmaking (6.3 assists per game) and defense remain solid, and the June 24 win shows the team can carry her. But her three-point woes are a puzzle. Is it White’s system, a distraction, or just a rough patch? With the Fever at 7-7, her recovery could be pivotal. For now, the basketball world waits to see if the sharpshooter can rediscover her groove.