The controversial play between Caitlin Clark and Alyssa Thomas a week ago continues to dominate headlines. Following the punch that landed on the Indiana Fever superstar’s throat, the league handed a one-game suspension to the Phoenix Mercury forward.

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WNBA gameday discussion: On July the Fourth, will we see offensive fireworks in Atlanta and a firestorm in Seattle?

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On a two-game Fourth of July in the WNBA, look for fireworks and a firestorm.

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