Caitlin Clark Breaks Into a Silly Dance in Front of Sophie Cunningham Before Game 2 | Dream vs. Fever

Pregame warm-ups before Game 2 of the Dream vs. Fever playoff series took an unexpected turn Tuesday night when rookie sensation Caitlin Clark lightened the mood with an impromptu dance in front of Phoenix Mercury guard Sophie Cunningham, who was courtside as a guest analyst. The clip, posted by the league’s official account minutes later, instantly went viral and racked up hundreds of thousands of views within the hour.

As players stretched and ran through shooting drills, Cunningham was chatting with broadcasters near the sideline. Clark, jogging by with teammates, suddenly stopped, grinned, and launched into a playful “goofy shuffle” while facing Cunningham. Teammates erupted in laughter, and even Cunningham cracked a smile and gave Clark a mock round of applause. Cameras caught the whole exchange, creating a lighthearted moment amid the tension of a must-win playoff game.

Fans on social media loved the spontaneity. “She’s keeping it loose before the biggest game of her life,” one user wrote on X. Another commented, “This is why Caitlin Clark is changing the WNBA — skill, confidence, and personality.” The league’s official TikTok reposted the video with the caption “Caitlin got jokes,” further amplifying the buzz.

Reporters asked Clark about the dance after the Fever’s practice on Wednesday. She explained it was “just a bit of fun” to ease nerves and show personality. “I respect Sophie a lot. We were just having a moment out there,” Clark said. “Playoffs are intense, but basketball should still be fun.”

Cunningham, who is known for her own competitive edge and lively demeanor, also weighed in on the moment during the broadcast. “She caught me off guard,” Cunningham laughed. “I loved it — that’s the energy the league needs.”

The Fever went on to defeat the Dream 84-79 in a tightly contested battle, with Clark posting a near triple-double performance. While her on-court brilliance grabbed headlines, the pregame dance served as another reminder of how quickly she has become one of the WNBA’s most marketable stars — not only for her talent, but also for the personality she brings to every stage.