Despite a WNBA playoff crunch the Fever's approach to Caitlin Clark’s recovery remains the same: They’re focused on her long-term health.

It’s been a forgettable second season for Clark. She has missed time with a quad and groin injuries. The 2024 No. 1 pick and first-team All-WNBA selection has appeared in just 13 games this season, averaging 16.5 points, 8.8 assists and 5.0 rebounds per game.

Kelsey Mitchell entered Sunday's matchup against the Sun fourth in the league in scoring (19.9 points per game), fourth in made 3-pointers per game (2.4), and fifth in 3-point percentage (37.7), and her performance in the Fever's 21-point comeback may have earned her a seat at the table in the MVP discussion.