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If you’re wondering whether Caitlin Clark is playing Monday night, all signs point to yes. The Indiana Fever star is set to take the floor as Indiana opens a challenging stretch of games against Western Conference opponents. The Fever host the Phoenix Mercury at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in what could be one of the most entertaining WNBA matchups of the week.
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For fans, it’s also a rare opportunity. Clark missed all three meetings against Phoenix last season because of injury, meaning Monday’s game marks her first regular-season matchup against the Mercury since her rookie year in 2024.
Caitlin Clark, Fever set for first meeting with Mercury
The Fever enter Monday’s contest looking to continue their strong play after a 113-91 win over the Toronto Tempo. Clark was at the center of that victory, posting 21 points and 14 assists while reminding everyone why she’s one of the league’s biggest attractions.
Through the first portion of the season, Clark has continued to fill the stat sheet. She entered the week leading the WNBA in assists at 8.3 per game while ranking among the league’s top scorers at 20.4 points per contest. Now she’ll face a Mercury team featuring stars like Kahleah Copper and Alyssa Thomas in what could be a playoff-preview type atmosphere.
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What time is Caitlin Clark playing tonight?
The Fever and Mercury are scheduled to tip off at 7 p.m. CT (8 p.m. ET) on Monday, June 22. The game will be played at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
Fever vs. Mercury viewing information
Date: Monday, June 22
Time: 7 p.m. CT / 8 p.m. ET
Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Indianapolis)
TV Channel: USA Network
Local TV: WOI Local 5 (Central Iowa), WQAD (Quad Cities)
Streaming: Fubo
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Why this matchup matters
This isn’t just another regular-season game. Phoenix and Indiana will see plenty of each other over the next few weeks. The Mercury are beginning a road trip that includes back-to-back games against Clark and the Fever, with the teams meeting again Wednesday.
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That means Monday serves as the first chapter in what could become one of the league’s most intriguing mini-series. The spotlight will naturally be on Clark, who continues to draw massive television audiences and sell out arenas around the WNBA. But she’ll also have help from a Fever roster featuring Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell and Sophie Cunningham.
For fans wondering whether Clark is playing tonight, the answer is simple: Yes, and she’ll be looking to add another memorable performance to an already impressive 2026 campaign.
