Caitlin Clark drops harsh take after Fever’s ugly start vs. Mercury
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Caitlin Clark drops harsh take after Fever’s ugly start vs. Mercury
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark enumerated the things they failed to do in the first half against the Phoenix Mercury.
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Primary‘It’s easier for Stephanie White without her’: Fever have a Caitlin Clark problem
The Indiana Fever and star point guard Caitlin Clark found themselves at the center of discourse in the WNBA once again over the last two weeks after Clark was involved in back-to-back testy contests with the Phoenix Mercury, the latter of which included a moment where Mercury star Alyssa Thomas struck Clark around the neck…
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Caitlin Clark injury, foul treatment has Fever’s Stephanie White trashing WNBA refs
Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark is once again dealing with an injury after aggravating her back during the team’s loss to the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday night. Clark was forced to exit the game early with a back injury,…
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WNBA Fans Calling For Mercury Coach To Be Suspended For Caitlin Clark Jab
The Phoenix Mercury aren't exactly interested in settling their differences with Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. During the Mercury-Fever game on Wednesday, veteran forward Alyssa Thomas was caught shoving her fist into Clark's throat. Fever coach Stephanie White was understandably frustrated ...
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Caitlin Clark Is Being Urged To 'Leave' the WNBA
Caitlin Clark fans are fed up. The Indiana Fever third-year guard took another big, dirty hit in a WNBA game on Wednesday night. Clark was on the receiving end of a hit to the groin and the neck by Phoenix Mercury veteran forward Alyssa Thomas. Video of the incident quickly went viral. Neither hit ...
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Fever President Breaks Silence As WNBA Suspends Alyssa Thomas for “Recklessly” Hitting Caitlin Clark
After what happened on Monday night, Wednesday’s rematch between the Indiana Fever and the Phoenix Mercury was expected to be chippy. But while nothing happened openly, physicality continued under wraps.
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’Shouldn’t Happen Again’ – Senator Warns WNBA Refs to Stop Treating Caitlin Clark ‘Unfairly’ After Alyssa Thomas’ Punch
Alyssa Thomas’ hit against Caitlin Clark on Wednesday continues to reverberate on social media. The Phoenix Mercury forward dropped a fist on the Indiana Fever superstar during a loose-ball battle in the second quarter of their game, prompting backlash from WNBA observers.
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‘Absolutely Egregious, Utterly Disrespectful’ — Fever HC Stephanie White Blasts Refs After Caitlin Clark Gets Punched
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark fell as she tried to drive past the Phoenix Mercury’s Lexi Held early in the second quarter on Wednesday. As Clark struggled to keep control of the ball, Mercury stars DeWanna Bonner and Alyssa Thomas joined her on the floor to battle for possession.
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Alyssa Thomas-Napheesa Collier Sequence Resurfaces After Caitlin Clark Incident
Alyssa Thomas is in hot water once again after her incident with Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark. The Phoenix Mercury came out with a close win, 111-109, at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday. Kahleah Cooper led the way with 28 points, while Thomas chipped in 24 points and eight assists.
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Mercury Coach Criticized for Comments on Alyssa Thomas-Caitlin Clark Incident
The most talked about play over the last handful of days occurred Wednesday night during the Phoenix Mercury’s 111-109 win over the Indiana Fever.In a game in which Fever superstar Caitlin Clark left injured, a controversial moment occurred when Mercury guard Alyssa Thomas was seen shoving her fist in Clark’s neck, which ultimately was not seen […] The post Mercury Coach Criticized for Comments on Alyssa Thomas-Caitlin Clark Incident appeared first on HEAVY.
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Fever HC Stephanie White Goes Off on Anyone Using Caitlin Clark-Alyssa Thomas Incident to ‘Further Divisive Agendas’
Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark was involved in a controversial play last week when the Phoenix Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas appeared to shove her fist into Clark’s neck. The clip went viral and generated a week’s worth of hot takes and discourse.
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Mercury counter with win at Fever, Caitlin Clark exits with injury
The two-game series between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever ended with the Mercury gutting out a close win on June 24.
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“Needs To Have More Manners”: Ex-NFL Star Voices Thoughts on Caitlin Clark After Throat Hit by Alyssa Thomas
On Wednesday night, one controversial sequence during the Indiana Fever-Phoenix Mercury game turned into one of the biggest talking points of this season. It began as a scramble for a loose ball, but somehow ended with Alyssa Thomas making a non-basketball contact with Caitlin Clark’s throat.
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Caitlin Clark injured during intense matchup against Phoenix Mercury
PHOENIX – The final score of the intense matchup between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever will eventually fade into the background. What fans will remember is the fiery moment between Alyssa Thomas and Caitlin Clark, and Clark eventually walking off the floor and not returning.
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Former NFL Star LeSean McCoy Warns WNBA After Caitlin Clark Hit
The WNBA is facing a ton of backlash this Thursday for the way it handled last night's scuffle between the Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury. Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas was caught shoving her fist into Fever star Caitlin Clark's throat in the second quarter. There was also a reckless closeout ...
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WNBA's Lack Of Leadership Exposed After Caitlin Clark, Alyssa Thomas Incident
The WNBA might be in desperate need of new leadership, especially after seeing how the Caitlin Clark and Alyssa Thomas incident was handled. Thomas clearly hit Clark in the throat during Wednesday's game between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever. No foul was called on the play, which led to a ...
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Indiana Fever President Addresses Player Safety After Alyssa Thomas' Suspension
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever fell to 10-8 on the 2026 WNBA season after suffering a 111-109 loss to Alyssa Thomas and the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday night. The Fever finished the mini series against the Mercury with a 1-1 overall record, taking Phoenix down 86-77 just two nights before. Clark finished the game with 19 points on 5-of-9 shooting, eight assists and four turnovers, but was limited to just 20 minutes after leaving the game in the third quarter due to her lingering back in...
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WNBA Fans Defending Dirty Hit On Caitlin Clark As 'Clean Play'
Some WNBA fans are coming to the defense of Alyssa Thomas, following her apparently "dirty" hit against Caitlin Clark. The Phoenix Mercury forward went to the ground with Clark during Wednesday night's WNBA regular season game. Footage showed Clark's groin and neck getting hit during the skirmish ...
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Fever HC Stephanie White blasts officials for failing protect Caitlin Clark after loss to Mercury
INDIANAPOLIS — Tensions that had been simmering since Monday’s meeting between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever boiled over Wednesday, with Fever head coach Stephanie White blasting officials postgame. Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White talks with Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, during the first half of a game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
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Caitlin Clark Urged To Start 'Punching Back' Against WNBA Bullies
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are fed up with the WNBA's treatment of the superstar point guard. And for good reason. Wednesday night, Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas got away with multiple dirty hits on the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Thomas hit Clark in the groin and ...
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‘The WNBA’s Biggest Problem’ — How the Caitlin Clark Discourse Highlights the League’s Massive Issue
Caitlin Clark’s WNBA journey has been nothing short of headline-worthy. Following Wednesday’s matchup between the Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury, the Fever’s star guard once again finds herself at the epicenter of a relentless public narrative.
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Fever president stresses Caitlin Clark focus amid WNBA controversy
After Alyssa Thomas was suspended for one-game after hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat, Fever president would release a statement.
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WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie Takes Stance On Caitlin Clark, Alyssa Thomas Incident
There's been a lot of discourse over the state of the WNBA in the aftermath of the incident where Alyssa Thomas had her hand on Caitlin Clark's neck while the Indiana Fever star was on the ground during a game. Now the discourse has reached the desk of WNBA icon Lisa Leslie. Appearing on We Need To ...
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Bill Simmons Calls Out WNBA, Says League Needs 'Competent' Commissioner
Bill Simmons, the founder of The Ringer, believes the WNBA is in desperate need of new leadership. During this Wednesday's game between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever, veteran forward Alyssa Thomas was caught shoving her fist into Caitlin Clark's throat. Although it was a blatant cheap shot, ...
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