The old saying “winning cures all ills” couldn’t be more fitting for the Indiana Fever right now. While Caitlin Clark has been sidelined since June 24 with a groin injury, the team has found its rhythm without her.

Clark will miss Saturday’s game against the Los Angeles Sparks, marking her fifth straight absence. Despite that, Indiana is rolling into the weekend aiming for a fourth straight win after Thursday’s blowout over the Las Vegas Aces.

The Fever are not just clicking on the court. Off the court, the chemistry is just as strong, and it was on full display in a playful Instagram exchange between Clark and guard Sophie Cunningham.

Clark posted a photo of Cunningham jogging during warm-ups, her hair in disarray, with the caption: “love this hairstyle” while tagging her teammate.

Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark poke fun at each other on Instagram.Sophie Cunningham, Instagram

Cunningham was quick to respond, resharing the photo with her own message:

“this is you on a good day so RELAX princess.”

It’s the kind of lighthearted banter that shows how connected this group has become under head coach Stephanie White.

Cunningham, who has played 12 games with the Fever, hasn’t put up big numbers but has brought a spark to the rotation. Over the last two games, Indiana has outscored opponents by an average of 21 points with her on the court.

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8)© Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Clark, in her second WNBA season, has appeared in nine games so far in 2025, averaging 18.2 points and 8.9 assists. Her last appearance came in a tough outing against Seattle, where she scored just six points.

Her next chance to return is Wednesday when the Fever stay at Gainbridge Fieldhouse to take on the Golden State Valkyries.