The WNBA’s biggest stars were flexing their style on the Orange Carpet Thursday night for All-Star Weekend, but the league’s biggest name, Caitlin Clark, was nowhere to be found. You know who everyone expected to see, right? Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark. But she wasn’t there. Her teammates, Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, were absolutely repping, showing off their best. So yeah, Clark’s absence was a huge deal, especially since she probably brings more eyeballs to the WNBA than anyone else out there. Her not being on that carpet? Super conspicuous, no doubt.
Why Clark Was Off the Grid
So what gives? Was she just chilling? Nope! Turns out, Clark had a seriously good reason to miss out on the initial All-Star fanfare. She was back in her hometown of Des Moines, Iowa, hitting up an event for the Caitlin Clark Foundation. USA Today reported it, and her own hairdresser even posted on Instagram about doing her hair while she was there. It wasn’t clear exactly what the event was, but it’s clear she was putting in work for her foundation, prioritizing a different kind of spotlight. This isn’t some casual skip, this is about something bigger than just fashion. Plus, she also opted out of the 3-Point Contest, which meant she didn’t *have* to be in town quite so early. Smart move, prioritizing the foundation and still making it for the main events.
Ready to Light Up All-Star Weekend
Don’t worry, though, she wasn’t going to miss all the fun. Clark rolled into the All-Star Weekend festivities by Friday. This is her third All-Star selection in three seasons, which is insane! She couldn’t play last year because of a groin injury, so you know she’s chomping at the bit to get back on the court for this one. After a slight delay, she’s arrived, and she’s ready to play some All-Star hoops. The Orange Carpet might have missed her, but the game won’t. Get ready for Clark to light it up. You know she will.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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