dailyloe.com – Caitlin Clark, the Indiana Fever guard, has made an unexpected offseason move by blocking Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy. This was revealed by Portnoy himself just weeks before the 2026 WNBA preseason begins. The action prevents Portnoy from calling or texting the basketball star.
Portnoy stated he was planning a pizza review with Clark in Indianapolis. He discovered he was blocked when his phone call went directly to voicemail. Direct messages to Clark also went unanswered, which he noted was unusual.
This represents a significant change in their relationship. Portnoy has been a vocal supporter of Clark throughout her early career. He has previously called her one of his favorite athletes.
Caitlin Clark is entering her third WNBA season with the Indiana Fever. She was the first overall pick in the 2024 draft after a stellar college career at Iowa. Clark won Rookie of the Year and made the All-WNBA First Team in 2024.
Her 2025 season was limited to just 13 games due to injury. She suffered a severe groin injury and a bone bruise in her left knee. Clark averaged 16.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 8.8 assists in those games.
After eight months of recovery, Clark returned to play for Team USA in March. She participated in the FIBA World Cup qualifier. Her return signals a healthy comeback for the upcoming WNBA season.
Through her first two professional seasons, Clark has impressive averages. She has posted 18.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 8.5 assists per game. She has played in 53 total games and was an All-Star both years.
The Fever will soon begin their preseason preparations for 2026. Clark’s health will be a major focus for the team. Her on-court performance remains a key attraction for the WNBA.[]
Source: Yahoo Sports
