Fever's reality check: Caitlin Clark's struggles on both sides of the ball highlight Indiana's concerns

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Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are finding early success harder than expected. After five wins and five losses to start the season, the star rookie's inconsistent play, both offensively and defensively, has exposed deeper problems for a team many thought could challenge for a championship. Clark's shooting struggles and defensive lapses have forced Indiana to confront whether their star player can elevate the entire squad, or if the roster has other fundamental gaps that need addressing before they can contend.