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Sue Bird advises Caitlin Clark on defensive improvements

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 9:21 PM

Last updated May 31, 2026

Sue Bird advises Caitlin Clark on defensive improvements
Summary

During NBC's WNBA coverage, Sue Bird provided Caitlin Clark with guidance on enhancing her one-on-one defense. Clark, currently facing challenges with isolation plays from opponents, received advice on studying player tendencies to improve her defense. The Indiana Fever recently fell to the Portland Fire in their last match, highlighting Clark's defensive struggles. The Fever will next host the Atlanta Dream on Thursday evening.

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  • •Caitlin Clark struggles defensively this season for the Indiana Fever.
  • •Sue Bird shares effective defensive strategies for Clark.
  • •The Fever lost to the Portland Fire in their recent matchup.
  • •Clark is expected to play her first full WNBA season this year.
  • •Indiana Fever will face the Atlanta Dream this Thursday.
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  • 9:21 PMYahoo Sports — Sue Bird gives Caitlin Clark excellent advice for improving her defense
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Caitlin Clark should check out what Sue Bird has to say here.

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