Caitlin Clark benched by Fever after viral huddle with Stephanie White

During a recent game against the Portland Fire, Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White benched Caitlin Clark after a heated discussion during a timeout. Lexie Hull, who was seated next to Clark, explained that the benching was a reaction to frustration over defensive matchups, resulting in Clark facing foul trouble. Although Clark had a rough game, scoring only six points in 22 minutes, Hull emphasized that there are no lingering issues between Clark and White. Hull noted that such discussions are common in competitive environments and suggested that the backlash was amplified due to Clark's high profile. The Fever are looking to rebound from a challenging defeat as they continue their season.

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