Caitlin Clark criticized for flopping in Fever's win over Aces
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 3:37 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever faced backlash for an apparent flop during a game against the Las Vegas Aces on July 12, 2026. After being called for a foul on Aces guard Chelsea Gray, Clark fell to the ground, prompting a review for a potential hostile act. Fans criticized her for what they perceived as an attempt to draw a foul, calling her actions disrespectful. The Fever secured a decisive victory, finishing the game with a score of 109-75.
- •Caitlin Clark flops after a foul call against her during the game.
- •Fans express outrage on social media over Clark's actions.
- •The Fever defeat the Aces with a final score of 109-75.
- •The incident follows a previous game controversy involving Clark.
- •Clark's reputation may be affected by the criticism.
- 3:37 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Impossible to respect’: Caitlin Clark sparks outrage by ‘painting herself as the victim’
"Last month, Caitlin Clark was involved in a high-profile incident where Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas was suspended for one game after cameras caught her pushing down on Clark’s neck area while attempting to stand up. On Sunday, however, cameras caught a very different interaction with an opponent. During Sunday night’s game between the Indiana…
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