Caitlin Clark, the star guard for the Indiana Fever, has once again helped the WNBA achieve a historic viewership number. The Fever’s game against the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday night averaged 1.04 million viewers, according to USA Sports PR.

A New Record

This is the most-watched WNBA game on record for the network, with a 149% increase compared to the 2025 cable average. The game, which started at 10 p.m. ET, is also the first WNBA game to average at least one million viewers with a 10 p.m. ET start time.

Clark, who returned from a back injury, played just 16 minutes and scored nine points. Despite the limited playing time, her presence helped draw a large audience. The Fever lost the game 106-92, but the viewership numbers are a significant achievement for the WNBA.

Clark’s Impact

Caitlin Clark has been a major factor in the WNBA’s increased viewership. The five most-watched WNBA games this season have all featured the Indiana Fever, with Clark being the common denominator. Her popularity has helped the Fever become the WNBA’s most important television brand, with the team drawing strong numbers even when Clark is not playing.

The WNBA is growing in popularity, with the league expanding its regular season to 50 games starting in 2027. Clark’s presence has been a significant factor in this growth, and her ability to draw large audiences is a major asset for the league.

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