The "Caitlin Clark effect" has officially taken the WNBA by storm, turning arenas across the country into sold-out spectacles. If you thought the excitement would fade when she went pro, think again. This season, the Indiana Fever are playing a staggering 39 of their 44 games at NBA or NHL stadiums, a clear sign of the league's explosive growth and the star power Clark brings to every matchup.

The trend started in college, where Clark's presence would pack arenas and send ticket prices soaring. Now, it's reshaping the WNBA's landscape. Teams that already share venues with NBA franchises are naturally accommodating the Fever's visits, but others are reworking their game-day plans entirely. For instance, the Connecticut Sun and Las Vegas Aces—cities without NBA teams—are exceptions, while the Washington Mystics are dealing with renovations at Capital One Arena. Everywhere else? It's all about finding the biggest stage for the Fever's road games.

This shift isn't just about one player; it reflects a broader boom in women's basketball. The league recently secured a new collective bargaining agreement that dramatically boosts player salaries, signaling that the WNBA is here to stay. The Fever's schedule reads like a tour of iconic venues, from NBA arenas to NHL rinks, with teams like the Seattle Storm already sharing space with the Kraken. Others are temporarily moving games to larger facilities just to handle the demand when Clark comes to town.

The numbers tell the story: 39 out of 44 games in NBA or NHL arenas, a testament to how Clark's star power is driving fans through the doors. Whether you're a die-hard Fever fan or just catching the wave, this season is proving that women's basketball has never been bigger—or more exciting.