When WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark isn’t shattering records on the court, she’s busy reigning as the unofficial queen of Instagram compliments. The Indiana Fever sensation recently dropped a succinct yet regal “Queen🔥” under Jade Jones’ jaw-dropping post, and honestly, who can argue? Jade, the girlfriend of Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton, pulled off a chic all-black look so effortlessly that even the internet had to pause and bow.
In her Instagram post, Jones served a full-course fashion meal: a lace see-through long-sleeve top, leather shorts, black stockings, boots that screamed “I run this,” and a sparkling handbag that could double as a trophy. Gainbridge Fieldhouse wasn’t ready. Frankly, none of us were.
The Inner Circle of Coolness
Clark and Jones aren’t just fashionably linked—they’re part of a basketball BFF clique that also includes Haliburton and Clark’s boyfriend, Connor McCaffery. Yes, the quartet even has a group chat where basketball, life, and probably memes get equal attention.
Haliburton recently spilled the beans about their cozy camaraderie:
“I’ve grown to be pretty close with Caitlin and Connor,” he told Indy Star. “Me, her, him, and Jade all have a group chat that we talk in pretty often about everything. So it’s been cool to just grow my friendship with her.”
But Haliburton swears he’s not that friend who bombards Clark with basketball theories. “I’m not trying to be overbearing. If she wants to talk hoops, cool. If not, that’s cool too. We’re just vibing.”
Translation: Tyrese Haliburton knows the secret to maintaining a great friendship is knowing when not to mansplain basketball to Caitlin Clark.
Courtside Royalty
The dynamic crew recently graced a Butler Bulldogs game with their presence. Clark, Haliburton, and Jones cheered from the stands while Connor McCaffery did his assistant coaching thing on the sidelines. Even Butler Basketball’s X (formerly Twitter) account couldn’t resist the hype, calling them “Indy basketball royalty.”
Connor’s coaching gig at Butler comes after his stint as a basketball development coordinator for the Pacers. Clearly, the man is on the rise—just like his superstar girlfriend, who’s been busy conquering the WNBA since her No. 1 draft pick earlier this year.
Oh, and fun fact: Butler University’s basketball team includes Connor’s brother Patrick. Talk about keeping it in the family!
The Real MVP?
While Caitlin Clark and Tyrese Haliburton continue to dazzle on the court, it seems their off-court lives are equally compelling. From group chat banter to courtside appearances, these basketball stars prove they’re more than just athletes—they’re the MVPs of friendship and fashion commentary.
As for Jade Jones? The real queen of Gainbridge Fieldhouse didn’t need a crown. A lace top and a “Queen🔥” from Caitlin Clark were more than enough. 👑