Reporting Controversy Escalates

Indiana Fever Revokes Reporter's Credentials After Disputed Caitlin Clark Injury Report

Veteran Indiana Fever reporter Scott Agness says the team revoked his media credentials after he reported that Caitlin Clark’s late scratch versus the Portland Fire on May 20 was tied to a “strategic management plan,” despite Clark not being on the prior injury report. Agness contends Fever PR asked him to retract the post as “inaccurate and unsubstantiated,” and he later updated his story after coach Stephanie White said Clark was healthy and the decision reflected a back issue they wanted to give time to, not load management. The dispute followed Clark’s own later comments that her absence was ultimately her call based on confidence, trust in the medical staff, and personal support. Coverage also notes broader media frustration around the Fever’s handling of late changes, including that the WNBA issued a warning and the team later listed Clark as probable on injury reports. Multiple reports say Agness’ credential status is being watched closely as the Fever prepare for upcoming games, while his reporting and the team’s explanation continue to clash publicly.

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