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Kayla Thornton scores 16 points as Valkyries rally past Caitlin Clark, Fever 88-77
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Kayla Thornton hit two key 3-pointers over the final 4:57 and scored 16 points to go with six rebounds, and the Golden State Valkyries rallied past Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever 88-77 on Thursday night. Clark had 11 points, nine assists and seven rebounds and her layup with 4:12 remaining pulled Indiana within two points — but Golden State had an answer to each threat. A raucous crowd roared as the Valkyries (6-6) sold out their sixth straight home game to start the season, a matchup circled on the calendar for the expansion franchise from the day the schedule was released. Monique Billings rebounded her own missed 3 and scored with 3:24 left. Veronica Burton hit a 3 from the top of the arc with 5:49 to play helping spark the comeback then scored again in the closing minute. Tiffany Hayes made a go-ahead layup with 8 minutes left on the way to 14 points and Chloe Bibby scored the next time down off Hayes' baseball pass to put Golden State up 64-61. Aliyah Boston had 17 points and 12 rebounds on a night Clark struggled to find her shooting touch and finished 3 for 14 and 0 of 7 on 3s. Clark missed her initial six shots before a layup at the 4:12 mark of the second quarter. Boston beat the halftime buzzer with a 3 to put the Fever ahead 44-38 at the break. Golden State ran out to a 7-2 lead and Indiana called timeout then answered with an 14-0 burst as the Valkyries went 6:20 without scoring and missed 13 straight shots. There were no skirmishes this time two days after the Fever's 88-71 home win against Connecticut featured three late ejections and further discipline. Clark's old Iowa teammate, Kate Martin, contributed nine points and five rebounds off the bench a night after they went to dinner in San Francisco. Fever coach Stephanie White missed the game for personal reasons and Austin Kelly filled in as acting head coach. Up next The Fever visit the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday, while the Valkyries will host Connecticut on Sunday. ___ AP WNBA:
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Valkyries defeat Fever, 88-77, holding Caitlin Clark to 11 points and 3-for-14 shooting
The Indiana Fever weren't involved in any on-court scuffles following Tuesday night's skirmish with the Connecticut Sun. Officials also had a relatively smooth game amid scrutiny over how they've been calling fouls and allowing hacking among players. On Thursday versus the Golden State Valkyries, the Fever's struggles were of a basketball nature, resulting in an 83-75 defeat at San Francisco's Chase Center. The Valkyries did an excellent job defending Indiana star Caitlin Clark, who scored only 11 points on 3-for-14 shooting (0-for-7 on 3-pointers). The Fever began the fourth quarter with a 59-55 lead, but Golden State went on a 7-2 run to take an advantage and stayed on top for the remainder of the game. This story will be updated.
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Caitlin Clark Turns Heads With Pregame Outfit Tuesday Night
Caitlin Clark Turns Heads With Pregame Outfit Tuesday Night originally appeared on The Spun. Before stepping on the hardwood Tuesday night, Caitlin Clark went viral because of her pregame outfit. Clark returned to action this past Saturday for the first time since May 24. Though it's not a huge surprise, the former No. 1 pick immediately knocked off the rust and led the charge for the Indiana Fever. She had 32 points, 9 assists and 8 rebounds in a statement win over the New York Liberty. Advertisement "I saw three in a row go in, so that gives you a lot of confidence," Clark told reporters following the win. "Even in the second half, they all came off my hand feeling really good." Despite concerns about her quad, Clark played 31 minutes against the Liberty. "My legs felt really strong. I felt in good shape. A lot of that is credit to our medical team. They have kept me in shape. Now for me, it's just how I recover, especially with the schedule that we have coming up." INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 07: Current WNBA Player and Former Iowa Hawkeye Caitlin Clark reacts to a play during the second half of a Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament Quarterfinals game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Ohio State Buckeyes at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 07, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Ohio State Buckeyes won the game 60-59. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images)Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images It'll be interesting to see Clark's conditioning in her second game back from injury. Advertisement All we know right now is that WNBA fans love Clark's pregame outfit for this Tuesday's showdown with the Connecticut Sun. Clark wore white pants with a matching top and leather jacket. It's a simple yet stylish look for the NCAA's all-time leading scorer. For the most part, WNBA fans applauded Clark for this outfit. "Caitlin Clark is looking fresh," one fan commented. "My favorite fit so far," another fan said. The Fever are hoping to improve to 6-5 this Tuesday night. Oddsmakers have them as massive favorites over the Sun. WNBA fans can watch the Fever-Sun game on NBA TV. Advertisement Related: WNBA Fans Celebrating Caitlin Clark's Epic Return On Saturday Caitlin Clark Turns Heads With Pregame Outfit Tuesday Night first appeared on The Spun on Jun 17, 2025 This story was originally reported by The Spun on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Stephanie White's Behavior Insider Fever Locker Room is Turning Heads
Stephanie White's Behavior Insider Fever Locker Room is Turning Heads originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The vibes inside the Indiana Fever locker room appear to be pretty immaculate of late. This comes as no surprise, considering how this team is coming off arguably their biggest win of the season on Saturday after taking down the defending champions, the New York Liberty, 102-88. Advertisement On Monday, All-Star forward Aliyah Boston submitted video evidence proving just how much fun the players are having right now that even head coach Stephanie White decided to join in on the action. Boston's video, which she posted on her Instagram stories, shows the 6-foot-5 forward-center dancing with teammate Sydney Colson. The big highlight of the video, however, is Coach White lip syncing the song and busting out her dance moves as well. While Boston and Colson's moves were admirable, it was White's antics that stole the show for the fans on social media. "aliyah saying it was steph's idea lmfao," a comment on X read. Advertisement "How many coaches would even let their players convince them to do something like this??? Coach White is a player coach. I ❤️ The Fever!" another said. "they got coach before caitlin😭" a user wrote. Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White celebrates her team. © Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images "Can't believe that was White !!! :)" a reaction read. "They can never make me dislike our coach," declared a fan. "Y'all sure Steph lost the locker room? 😭😭😭😭" asked another. White is currently in her first season coaching the Fever, but based on this video alone, it appears that she's already made a strong connection with her players. Her relationship with her squad will, without a doubt, play a crucial role in this team's quest for a championship this season. Advertisement Related: WNBA Makes Caitlin Clark Announcement After Fever's Win Against Liberty Related: Stephanie White Puts Caitlin Clark, Fever on Notice After Win Against Liberty Related: Aliyah Boston Responds to Caitlin Clark's Honest Confession This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Sophie Cunningham Reacts to Lexie Hull's New Post After Sun Game
Sophie Cunningham Reacts to Lexie Hull's New Post After Sun Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. As of Wednesday, the Indiana Fever are 6‑5 and No.3 in the East. They have just secured two crucial victories: one on Saturday over the 10-1 New York Liberty and another on Tuesday over the Connecticut Sun. Advertisement Off the court, the team is revelling in just as much success. On Wednesday morning, Fever guard Lexie Hull took to Instagram to share snapshots from what she described as a "successful business trip," showcasing her Athleta Apero Mesh Tank and Transcend Scoop Bra paired with a skirt set from an ensemble she dubbed "corporate 🔥." Within a few minutes, fellow Fever guard Sophie Cunningham weighed in, commenting, "a queen 😍." Hull, drafted sixth overall by the Fever in the 2022 WNBA Draft, has steadily grown into a reliable two‑way contributor. A Stanford graduate, Hull has earned the Elite 90 Award at the 2022 NCAA Final Four and multiple Academic All‑American honors in her time with the Cardinals. Advertisement On the court, she was a two-time Pac-12 All-Defensive team member and a three-time All-Pac-12 Team honoree. In 2025, Hull is posting career-highs across the board with the Fever, averaging 9.6 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.2 steals per game. Indiana Fever guards Lexie Hull (10), Caitlin Clark (22) and Sophie Cunningham (8).Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Cunningham, meanwhile, has brought veteran savvy to Indiana's backcourt. A second‑round pick (13th overall) by the Phoenix Mercury in 2019, Cunningham spent six seasons in Phoenix before arriving in Indianapolis via a four‑team trade on January 31. A decorated Missouri Tiger, Cunningham has averaged 6.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game in her first season with Indiana. Advertisement Related: Stephanie White Breaks Silence After Missing Chicago Sky Game Related: WNBA Reacts to Caitlin Clark's Actions During Chicago Sky Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 18, 2025, where it first appeared.
