Aari McDonald has entered ‘survival mode,’ and it’s helping the Fever live without Caitlin Clark

INDIANAPOLIS — Aari McDonald’s two most recent games in the WNBA have both come in Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. But those contests were sandwiched around a nine-month gap, highlighting how different the circumstances were for both.

Last September, McDonald made her final appearance of the season with the Sparks in a loss to the Fever. Unbeknownst to her, it would be the last time she’d suit up until Tuesday.

An ankle injury ruled her out for the remainder of last year, then she was waived this preseason in May by the Sparks. Forced to watch from home, the hunger only grew in McDonald.

When the Fever, in the midst

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