When Tyrese Haliburton and Caitlin Clark are mentioned in the same sentence, it usually means Indiana pride, sold-out arenas, or logo threes. This time, it was personal.

Haliburton stepped away from the spotlight to surprise Indiana Fever superstar in a moment that quickly lit up social media.

“It’s Tyrese here to surprise my girl Caitlin. Gatorade has brought back her favorite flavor, Rain Berry. Now with lower sugar,” he said in a recent Instagram story from Gatorade. 

And yes, Clark did enjoy the taste. “Rain Berry. Best Gatorade flavor that’s ever been invented right here. Even better than I remember. It’s not even close,” she said in the Instagram story on the official Gatorade handle.

Well, CC’s relationship with Gatorade goes back years. The former Iowa star signed an endorsement deal with the brand and became only the second women’s basketball player to join its roster of sponsored athletes. The partnership has continued as she transitioned to the WNBA and joined Indy.

She has appeared in campaigns like “You Can Too,” inspiring young athletes to chase their dreams. Not just that, Gatorade also collaborated with her on co-branded merchandise, including a custom Gx bottle and towel featuring her No. 22 and her “Dream Big” motto.

And even the latest Rain Berry bottles are no different, as they feature CC on them.

How Caitlin Clark and Haliburton Support Each Other?

Both CC and Haliburton are two of the biggest names in Indiana basketball. Over time, they have built a genuine friendship. They regularly attend each other’s games and stay in constant contact. Back in July 2025, Haliburton even publicly stated that they are in a group chat with their partners and talk “24/7.”

And that’s not it. On the court, they motivate each other to improve. The 2024 Rookie of the Year studies how Haliburton manages turnovers and controls the pace of the game. Meanwhile, Haliburton admires CC’s confidence, leadership, and aggressive style.

Even when both dealt with injuries, they leaned on each other for support. They trained together during rehab, including weight room sessions. So yeas, their bond is special as it goes beyond basketball. It is built on respect, encouragement, and shared ambition. What do you think?

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Written by

Yashika Dutta

Edited by

Sagnik Bagchi