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Sophie Cunningham Sends Telling Message After Getting Ejected
Sophie Cunningham Sends Telling Message After Getting Ejected originally appeared on The Spun. Sophie Cunningham got the last word during Tuesday night's game between the Indiana Fever and Connecticut Sun, pulling Jacy Sheldon to the ground during the final minute of regulation. Advertisement This wasn't a random act of violence from Cunningham. It seemed like she was retaliating for the way Sheldon guarded Caitlin Clark. During the third quarter of Tuesday's game, Sheldon poked the former No. 1 pick in the eye. If that wasn't bad enough, Marina Mabrey shoved Clark to the ground. Even though Cunningham's foul on Sheldon was considered retaliation, Sun head coach Rachid Meziane had a huge issue with it. Meziane didn't just call Cunningham's decision "completely stupid," he had an issue with the referees ejecting Sheldon for how she responded to the foul. "When you are winning a game by 17 points and you doing this stupid foul, this is just disrespectful," Meziane told reporters. "I don't know how Jacy and Lindsay [got] rejected from the game when they did nothing." INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 11: Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever speaks to the media during an introductory press conference on March 11, 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)Cunningham made it clear that she's not going to apologize for her actions. Advertisement On Tuesday night, Cunningham posted a photo of her holding out her arms on her Instagram Story. It seemed like her way of trolling Sheldon and the Sun. "I knew Sophie was going to get that get back for Caitlin today. Sophie definitely getting ejected for that, but so what. Sophie is definitely the enforcer of this team," one fan said. "Sophie Cunningham was born to defend Caitlin Clark and the rest of her teammates. Enforcer Barbie," another fan wrote. The WNBA has not yet said if it'll discipline Cunningham for her actions. As of now, Cunningham is available to play against the Golden State Valkyries this Thursday. Advertisement The Fever and Sun will meet again on July 15. We'll see if there are any fireworks during the rematch. Related: Brawl Breaks Out After Sophie Cunningham Fouls Caitlin Clark's Rival Sophie Cunningham Sends Telling Message After Getting Ejected first appeared on The Spun on Jun 18, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Indiana Fever Make Caitlin Clark Announcement in Game Against Valkyries
Indiana Fever Make Caitlin Clark Announcement in Game Against Valkyries originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is one of the WNBA's best distributors, setting the single-game record for assists during her rookie season and earning some praise from her team after dropping a dime in their clash against the Golden State Valkyries on Thursday. Advertisement The team shared praise for Clark's tight quarters pass to a driving Natasha Howard during the third quarter of Thursday's game. Howard took Clark's pass and finished strong, scoring and drawing a foul to extend Indiana's lead to 10 points. The Fever shared a replay of the pass in a post on X, announcing that Clark had the State Farm Assist of the Game. The reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year has already filled her season with milestones, becoming the first player in league history to record 100+ points, 30+ assists and 30+ rebounds through her first five games of the season. She also became the first WNBA player to record back-to-back games of 20+ points and 10+ assists. Clark helped pick up the slack on Thursday in the absence of Fever coach Stephanie White, who missed the game due to personal reasons. Assistant coach Austin Kelly took over against the Valkyries, saying the team was ready to rally together. Advertisement "It's going to be the same. I think we are an extension of each other," Kelly said Thursday via Kendra Andrews of ESPN. "The message is still the same that we talk about in the locker room: playing for each other, getting it done on the defensive end and then having that help fuel us on the offensive end. But the vibes are good." Related: WNBA Sends Strong Message to Caitlin Clark After Making History in Final Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Caitlin Clark trolled online as Indiana Fever lose to Golden State Valkyries
Despite securing an 88–77 win over the Indiana Fever, Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase sharply criticised WNBA officiating during Thursday's heated contest, adding her voice to growing league-wide frustration with referees. Caitlin Clark endured one of her poorest performances of the season, shooting just 3-of-14 from the field, missing all seven of her three-point attempts, and committing six turnovers. Indiana's head coach Stephanie White was unavailable for personal reasons, with assistant Austin Kelly stepping in. The Fever led at half-time but were overrun by a 33–18 fourth-quarter surge from Golden State. Nakase's anger flared late in the second quarter after a pair of disputed calls — a no-call when Valkyries guard Carla Leite appeared to step out of bounds, followed moments later by an off-ball foul on Monique Billings. Though her outburst drew no technical foul, her protest against referees Amy Bonner, Ryan Sassano, and Kelsey Reynolds was emphatic. Clark's Struggles Under Spotlight Clark, the rookie guard who has drawn attention both for her scoring and the scrutiny she receives on court, finished with 11 points — five of which came from free throws — and posted a -10 plus-minus. She was held scoreless in the second quarter and visibly frustrated as Golden State's defence, particularly Leite, applied constant pressure. Caitlin Clark went 0-7 from three vs. the Valkyries 😳 — Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) June 20, 2025 Despite Clark's off-night, the Valkyries' dominance in the final quarter sealed the win, extending their strong start as an expansion team in their inaugural season. Caitlin Clark keeps its real 💯 on the Valkyries atmosphere in ballhalla 🤟🏽 in post game interview — Golden State Valkyries Report (@valkyriesreport) June 20, 2025 Social Media Trolls and Team Triumphs While Nakase voiced her frustration courtside, the Valkyries' social media team drew widespread attention for live commentary that veered into mockery. Real-time posts highlighted Clark's misfires with memes, sarcastic captions and comparisons — including one that likened her flop attempt to a 'Pez dispenser' head snap. The online trolling was capped with a Steph Curry 'Night Night' GIF after the final buzzer, cementing the team's dual impact — both on and off the court. Boston Shines Despite Fever Collapse Indiana forward Aliyah Boston had a strong individual showing, scoring 15 points and grabbing seven rebounds in the first half, finishing with a double-double — the 29th of her career. She also moved into second place on the franchise's all-time double-doubles list and fourth in blocks. Teammate Natasha Howard recorded her 4,000th career point. The Fever (6–6) continue their three-game road stretch with a matchup against the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday, nationally televised on ESPN.
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WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie Had Two Words for Caitlin Clark on Tuesday
WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie Had Two Words for Caitlin Clark on Tuesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Tuesday night was another game day for Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, as they hosted the Connecticut Sun. The second-year WNBA star was back in action following a standout performance on Saturday, when she dropped a team-high 32 points in 31 minutes. That effort helped the Fever hand the defending champions New York Liberty their first loss of the season. Advertisement As usual, Clark's pregame walk and outfit were captured and shared on social media. The official WNBA Instagram account posted a video with the caption: 'Caitlin Clark Arrives!' That post quickly went viral. Fans from across the league chimed in on her look for the night, and one of those comments came from none other than WNBA legend Lisa Leslie. The WNBA's Instagram post showing Caitlin Instagram Leslie kept it simple and stylish: 'Clean CC,' she commented. Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark dribbles the Ruszkowski-Imagn Images The two stars share more than social media attention. Both were dominant college players and high-profile pros. Leslie played college ball at USC before she was allocated to the Los Angeles Sparks during the WNBA's inaugural season in 1997. Advertisement She wore No. 9 and played from 1997 to 2009, winning two WNBA titles and earning finals MVP in both. Leslie also collected three regular-season MVP awards and made eight All-Star appearances. Her No. 9 jersey is retired by the Sparks, and her No. 33 hangs at USC. As for Clark and the Fever, they entered Tuesday's game with a 5-5 record. After this home game, Indiana hits the road for three straight games, starting Thursday at Golden State, followed by matchups in Las Vegas and Seattle. Related: Caitlin Clark's Former Teammate Lands New Team After 0 Minutes with Indiana Fever Related: WNBA's Historic Announcement Means Bad News for Indiana Fever Star This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Caitlin Clark Sends Clear Message to Lexie Hull in New Post on Wednesday
Caitlin Clark Sends Clear Message to Lexie Hull in New Post on Wednesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. While much of the spotlight on the Indiana Fever centers around superstar Caitlin Clark, several other players have been stepping up in big ways. Indiana enters its upcoming road trip, starting Thursday against the Golden State Valkyries, riding a two-game win streak. Advertisement One of the more under-the-radar contributors has been Lexie Hull. In Tuesday's 88-71 win over the Connecticut Sun, Hull scored eight points, grabbed three rebounds and posted an impressive +29 plus-minus in her 31 minutes on the floor. Hull, who continues to grow in popularity with teammates and fans, shared her latest tunnel walk outfit, a trend that's gaining traction in the WNBA: 'Successful business trip ✔️ Shoutout @athleta x @azsn_studio for styling me for a tunnel look this season. Athleta's Apero Mesh Tank & Transcend Scoop Bra paired perfectly with this skirt set from @ It's giving corporate 🔥' What caught many eyes wasn't just the look, but Caitlin Clark's reaction. Clark chimed in with a simple, enthusiastic reply: Advertisement 'Love love love.' Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) © Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Hull has been with the Fever since being selected sixth overall in the 2022 WNBA draft after a standout career with the Stanford Cardinal. She played a key role this offseason in the Unrivaled league, where she helped her team capture the championship. So far this season, the 25-year-old is averaging 9.6 points and 4.2 rebounds per game. She was especially effective in Saturday's win over New York, scoring 14 points in 34 minutes. The Fever now prepare for a stretch of three straight road games: Thursday at Golden State, Sunday at the Las Vegas Aces and Tuesday at the Seattle Storm. They return home on June 26. Advertisement Related: WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie Had Two Words for Caitlin Clark on Tuesday Related: Paige Bueckers Gets Major Boost Before Golden State Valkyries Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
