Aliyah Boston Breaks Silence on Caitlin Clark’s Absence: ‘We’ve Got to Step Up — No One’s Coming to Save Us’
The Indiana Fever are facing another major challenge with rookie sensation Caitlin Clark sidelined, and star center Aliyah Boston isn’t sugarcoating the situation. With the team struggling to find rhythm without their headline-making guard, Boston delivered a brutally honest message that echoes through the locker room and beyond.
“We’ve got to step up — no one’s coming to save us,” Boston said following the team’s recent loss. “We can’t rely on one player to carry us. This is the WNBA. Everyone has to show up.”
Clark’s absence due to injury has left a noticeable void in the Fever’s offense. Known for her deep shooting and floor vision, Clark’s presence often creates opportunities for her teammates. But Boston is making it clear: it’s time for the rest of the squad to rise up.
“Caitlin’s great, but she’s not the entire team,” Boston continued. “If we want to win games, we’ve got to be aggressive, move the ball, and trust each other more. The effort has to come from all of us — not just one star.”
Boston, who has been a consistent force in the paint, is taking on more responsibility both as a leader and a playmaker. Her call to action wasn’t just words — it came backed by a strong individual performance, despite the team’s loss.
The Fever have had an up-and-down season, filled with hype, expectations, and pressure. But Boston’s tough-love mentality could be the spark they need in Clark’s absence.
Whether the rest of the roster will rise to the occasion remains to be seen — but one thing is certain: Aliyah Boston isn’t waiting for anyone to play hero. She’s demanding accountability, hustle, and heart — with or without Caitlin Clark on the floor.
