Caitlin Clark’s best meme moment yet was just born in unlikely fashion

Caitlin Clark’s Funniest Meme Moment Yet Came From an Unexpected Source

With Caitlin Clark sidelined due to a quad injury, the Indiana Fever managed to grab a much-needed win over the Washington Mystics without their star guard on the floor. Kelsey Mitchell led the charge with 24 points, but one of the biggest sparks came from a surprising new addition to the roster: Aari McDonald.

Clark had a much more enjoyable night watching from the bench compared to recent games, especially as her teammates stepped up. In one of the most viral moments of the game, Clark’s animated reaction to a big play ended up creating what’s arguably her best meme yet. The moment was triggered not by a long-time teammate, but by McDonald who had only signed with the team that same day.

McDonald made an immediate impact in her Fever debut, especially on defense. She drew two charging fouls, one against Brittney Sykes and another against Aaliyah Edwards. That hustle and grit caught Clark’s attention, resulting in a hilarious, meme-worthy sideline reaction.

The 2021 first-round pick had last played for the Los Angeles Sparks but was waived ahead of this season. With injuries to both Clark and Sophie Cunningham thinning the Fever’s roster, McDonald was signed to a hardship contract and delivered immediately. In 27 minutes, she tallied 7 points, a team-high 5 assists, and 3 steals. She also spent much of the game guarding Sykes, the Mystics’ leading scorer.

More importantly, McDonald brought the energy and floor leadership Indiana sorely needed. Without her, the Fever may have fallen short both in the win column and in giving fans that unforgettable Clark moment.

McDonald’s hardship deal lasts seven days, and she’s expected to play again when the Fever face the Chicago Sky. That matchup presents another opportunity not only for Indiana to grab another win but for McDonald to prove she deserves a longer stay in the WNBA, whether it’s in Indiana or elsewhere.

Clark is expected to return soon, potentially in time for the Fever’s game against the Atlanta Dream.