Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark took a rare step away from basketball updates on Saturday, sharing a deeply personal moment with her followers on Instagram. The rookie sensation, who usually keeps her off-court life guarded, offered fans a glimpse into something far more heartfelt than her typical game-day content.

Clark’s first story featured her golden retriever, Bella, resting in a bed of autumn leaves, a peaceful, warm portrait accompanied by the message, “ we are gonna miss you puppy, ” and “ gave us so many good memories .” The post immediately signaled just how important Bella had been throughout Clark’s life.

A second slide added even more emotional weight. Clark shared a touching then-and-now collage showing herself curled up beside Bella as a puppy and again years later in

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