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Caitlin Clark faces scrutiny while leading Indiana Fever in WNBA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 3:18 AM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Caitlin Clark faces scrutiny while leading Indiana Fever in WNBA

Summary

Caitlin Clark continues to draw attention as she helps the Indiana Fever push for playoff positioning following the All-Star break. Averaging 21.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 7.9 assists per game this season, Clark's strong performance includes a recent 32-point outing in a 105-95 win over the Seattle Storm. Despite her contributions, she faces criticism for her interactions with referees, sparking debates about double standards applied to her compared to other sports greats like Michael Jordan and Tom Brady. Clark has received seven technical fouls this season, raising concerns among fans and analysts about her on-court demeanor and its impact on her team's success as they aim for a top playoff seed.

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By the Numbers

•Clark averages 21.5 points, 7.9 assists per game this season.
•Indiana Fever is currently fifth in the WNBA standings.
•Clark scored 32 points in a recent 105-95 win over Seattle Storm.
•She has received seven technical fouls this season.
•Debate continues over double standards in treatment of Clark compared to other athletes.

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3:18 AMYahoo Sports — ‘They All Complain to the Refs’ — Analyst Questions Why Caitlin Clark Gets the Hate That Tom Brady, Michael Jordan Rarely Faced

What they're saying

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WNBA star Caitlin Clark is building momentum as she strives to help the Indiana Fever climb the standings following the All-Star break. Clark remains under the microscope and a lightning rod for constant debates over matters both within and beyond her control.
— Yahoo Sports

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