Shortly after the Fever announced the signing, a clip from July 2024 resurfaced featuring Sims’ comments about Clark. The interview took place after Indiana’s win over the Dallas Wings, Sims’ team then. It was the night Clark set the WNBA single-game assists record with 19.

By going 10-9 in Clark's absence, the Fever have positioned themselves for a playoff run that maximizes the potential of a season she has missed 60% of. But they are still a much better team with her in the lineup -- and they will need her back at full strength in order to compete for a championship.