Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White says she has noticed a positive change in Caitlin Clark after the guard’s experience with Team USA at the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, including a period when Clark is described as having been benched. White indicates that Clark returns to the WNBA with a mindset that reflects lessons learned during the tournament.
Both outlets connect Clark’s Team USA run to her development and to her return to Indiana alongside teammates. Yahoo Sports frames White’s comments as focused on Clark’s growth after the benching experience. Times of India adds context from the World Cup, portraying White as observing Clark in a supportive role alongside experienced players and emphasizing that the Fever must maintain high standards as it looks ahead to its championship goals, with Clark and fellow Fever player Aliyah Boston back from international play.
