Clark and Fever team during anthem (Photo By Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images)
When Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever stepped onto the court at Barclays Center on Saturday, it wasn’t just about basketball. Sure, they were there to face the defending WNBA champion New York Liberty, but before the ball even tipped off, Clark and her teammates made a statement that caught the attention of fans across the country.

While many WNBA teams, including the Liberty and Chicago Sky, remained in the locker room during the national anthem, the Fever stood in unity at center court. With hands over hearts, they chose to be visible. It was a quiet but powerful gesture, and it didn’t go unnoticed.

Quiet Moment Sparks Loud Reactions From Fans

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (Photo By Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports)
The move sparked a wave of conversation online. Some fans quickly pointed to Clark as the likely catalyst behind the team’s presence on the court.

“I wonder who’s taking the lead there — it’s not the coaches, since the Connecticut Sun were never out for the anthem last year when Stephanie White was there,” one fan noted on social media. Clark, who has consistently stood for the anthem during her college and preseason appearances, appears to have carried that approach into the pros.

The decision hit a chord with many. “America’s team,” one fan wrote simply.

Another added, “Well done, Caitlin.”

With a game-day atmosphere already charged from the Fever’s tight 90-88 loss to the Liberty, the anthem moment added another layer to an afternoon filled with emotion.

The national anthem has sparked debate in recent years, with players expressing varied views. On Saturday, the Fever didn’t release a statement, but their actions spoke volumes. Caitlin Clark, just a few games into her WNBA career, continues to show leadership and maturity. Her calm under pressure and commitment to her values highlight her character. As the Fever head to Washington to face the Mystics, fans will be watching Clark for more than just her on-court performance.

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On the scoreboard, Indiana fell to 2-2. But in a moment before the game began, Clark and her teammates showed that sometimes, what happens before tipoff can say more than the final score.