BREAKING NEWS: After striking a player in the face, Caitlin Clark receives a technical foul against the Lynx.
After striking a player in the face, Caitlin Clark receives a technical foul against the Lynx. Star player Caitlin Clark, who is renowned for her ability to score points and create plays, had a difficult game on Sunday against the Minnesota Lynx. Clark came into the game on a high note, having contributed double-digit assists in each of her previous five games, which made her an important offensive weapon for the Fever. But Clark showed a new side in the game against the Lynx. She shot a pitiful 3 of 14 from the field and managed only seven points through three quarters as she struggled to find her flow. As she was moving the ball up the court, Lynx forward Cecilia Zandalasini fouled her, which resulted to a violent fight between her and the player. Impulsively, Clark thrashed her arm, hitting Zandialasini across the face. After giving the event a thorough examination, the officials decided to maintain Zandalasini’s original foul and give Clark a technical penalty.Clark’s response demonstrated her growing annoyance, which was exacerbated by her six turnovers—some of which came from her own clumsy passes. The Fever put forth a solid defensive effort to keep the game close despite Clark’s and her teammates’ offensive problems. Usually recognised for their attacking prowess, Indiana had to rely on their defence to be competitive in this matchup.