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Caitlin Clark foul call sparks fan outrage during Fever vs. Dream match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 12:02 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Caitlin Clark foul call sparks fan outrage during Fever vs. Dream match

Summary

The WNBA clash on August 16 saw a controversial late foul call on Caitlin Clark against Rhyne Howard of the Atlanta Dream. This decision occurred in overtime while the Indiana Fever held a narrow lead, igniting significant backlash from fans regarding officiating standards. Clark's foul, which many observers deemed questionable, resulted in Howard taking three crucial free throws that reduced the Fever's lead to 93-91. Despite challenging the call, Fever coach Stephanie White saw the decision upheld. The game concluded with Indiana outscoring Atlanta 14-10 in the extra period, although discussions about the referees' performance dominated the post-game narrative.

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By the Numbers

•Caitlin Clark called for a controversial foul in overtime
•Atlanta Dream's Rhyne Howard missed a last-gasp shot
•Indiana Fever led 93-91 after Howard's free throws
•Fever outscored Dream 14-10 in overtime
•Opinions on officiating generated widespread criticism

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12:02 PMYahoo Sports — ‘WNBA Refs Are a Disgrace’ — Controversial Caitlin Clark Foul Call vs. Angel Reese’s Dream Ignites Fan Fury Over ‘Abysmal’ Officiating

What they're saying

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The Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese rivalry produced another dramatic chapter Sunday, but this time the biggest talking point came from the officials. Late in overtime, Clark was called for a controversial foul on Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard after fighting through a screen from Reese.
— Yahoo Sports

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