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Lisa Leslie says WNBA, refs need to ‘do better’ after Caitlin Clark-Alyssa Thomas incident

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WNBA legend Lisa Leslie weighed in on the situation surrounding the incident between Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas and Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark, which resulted in the league assessing a Flagrant 2 foul and a retroactive suspension for Thomas. Leslie, a three-time WNBA MVP and two-time WNBA Finals MVP, addressed the topic on CBS…

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“Officiated Like UFC”: Colin Cowherd Goes Scorched Earth on WNBA Over Continued Caitlin Clark Disrespect

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The fallout from the Caitlin Clark-Alyssa Thomas incident continues after the Phoenix Mercury star hit Clark in the throat, and several controversial calls were made during that game. This has frustrated many WNBA fans and analysts, especially with Thomas only receiving a slap on the wrist in the form of a one-game suspension and a $1,000 fine.

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“I hope your fired after this unsuccessful season” – WNBA Fans Erupt As Nate Tibbetts Blasts Alyssa Thomas Ban After Caitlin Clark Altercation

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Alyssa Thomas and Caitlin Clark were involved in a heated and physical altercation in the second quarter of the last game between the Indiana Fever and Phoenix Mercury. Though officials did not see the foul at the time, the league conducted an investigation, and eventually Thomas received a one-game suspension.

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WNBA Facing 'Questions' Over Suspension Of Alyssa Thomas

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The WNBA officially suspended and fined veteran forward Alyssa Thomas for her incident with Caitlin Clark earlier this week. Thomas, a veteran forward for the Phoenix Mercury, hit Clark in both the groin and the chest during a skirmish for the ball. No fouls were called in real time, though after a ...

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Nate Tibbetts questions WNBA’s suspension process around Alyssa Thomas: ‘This was not a thorough investigation’

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There is very little the WNBA seems to do that appeases everyone these days, and the situation surrounding Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas’ suspension following an incident with Caitlin Clark is a perfect example. Thomas will miss Saturday’s game as part of a one-game suspension for what the league called “recklessly making contact with her…

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Nate Tibbetts stands by Alyssa Thomas, questions WNBA’s suspension process

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TORONTO — Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts didn’t hold back in defending Alyssa Thomas on Saturday, arguing the WNBA failed to conduct a thorough review before suspending one of the franchise’s cornerstone players for one game. Jun 20, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Mercury head coach Nate Tibbetts watches game action against the Seattle Storm in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center.

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Is Caitlin Clark Playing Tonight? Latest Injury Update On Fever Star For Sparks Clash

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The Indiana Fever are coming off a tight 111-109 loss to the Phoenix Mercury from Wednesday night, and they’re now gearing up for their clash against the Los Angeles Sparks on Saturday, June 27. Unfortunately, the team will be without one of its leading scorers Caitlin Clark after she suffered an injury during her latest matchup.

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Why Caitlin Clark and the Fever Can’t Wait for July 9

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Maybe the 2026 WNBA season has been flying under the radar for those who have been distracted by the NBA and NHL playoffs, but those two leagues are done for the summer — and there is a must-watch WNBA game less than two weeks away. The big news this week was a physical beat-down that Clark suffered Wednesday night at the hands of Alyssa Thomas and the Phoenix Mercury. In a 111-109 loss, the Indiana Fever superstar took several hard hits — including what appeared to be a punch to the throat f...

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