The WNBA rumor mill is buzzing with speculation: could we be witnessing an Iowa Hawkeyes reunion in the pros? The Golden State Valkyries waived guard Kate Martin on Thursday, opening the door for a potential pairing with her former college teammate and close friend, Caitlin Clark, on the Indiana Fever.

If Martin clears waivers, she becomes eligible to sign with any team, and the Fever present a compelling option. While Indiana's guard rotation is fairly established on the main roster, there's a potential fit: the team could offer Martin their open developmental contract spot for the 2026 season. This would allow her to develop within a familiar system alongside Clark, a dynamic that thrilled college basketball fans.

However, the path isn't straightforward. Another team could claim Martin off waivers and give her a spot on their 12-person active roster—an opportunity that would likely be the best move for her immediate career growth. If a team presents that chance, expect Martin to seize it quickly.

But if no such offer materializes and the Fever show interest in bringing her in as a developmental player, a Martin-Clark reunion becomes a very real possibility. It's a situation that hinges on roster needs, existing injuries, and team preferences for depth guards. For now, fans will be watching closely to see if the Iowa magic can translate to the WNBA.