Caitlin Clark is just one of three players on the Indiana Fever roster who remain under contract for the 2026 WNBA season. This means that the two-time All-Star, along with Aliyah Boston and Makayla Timpson, are the only three players who are guaranteed to return this upcoming season.
The Fever will need to negotiate new deals with the rest of the squad. However, contract talks could be put on hold amid the uncertainty surrounding the 2026 campaign. At this point, the WNBA and the players’ union still have not found common ground on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). With how things are going, the prospect of a lockout is becoming increasingly possible.
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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) in front of head coach Stephanie White during a WNBA game.Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
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It’s business as usual for the Fever, though, despite the uncertainty surrounding the upcoming season. On Thursday, the team announced on social media that they will be holding tryouts for their dance squad.
“ready to bring the heat? 😏🌡️ registration for the 2026 Inferno Hip-Hop Squad auditions is now LIVE 💥” the team posted on Instagram.
Clark shared her reaction to the post using three emojis: “🤔😏😆”
The Fever responded to Clark’s comment with a job offer.
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“guest judge CC? 😏👀” the team replied.
The Fever will be adding new members to their Inferno Hip-Hop Squad through a public audition. While Clark may have hilariously insinuated her interest in trying out, the team had a better idea.
The Fever would much rather have Clark judge the applicants. Indiana knows full well that the 24-year-old’s talents are more apt for basketball-related activities as opposed to dancing.
Clark is coming off a noteworthy second season in the WNBA, during which she earned All-Star honors for a second consecutive year. The former Rookie of the Year, however, was limited to just 13 games due to multiple injuries.
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Clark averaged 16.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 8.8 assists, 1.6 steals and 2.2 triples in 2025.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Mar 6, 2026, where it first appeared in the WNBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
