Caitlin Clark nears suspension after fifth technical foul in WNBA

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Caitlin Clark nears suspension after fifth technical foul in WNBA
Summary

Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever has received her fifth technical foul this season during a game against the Phoenix Mercury, which the Fever won 86-77 on June 22. Under WNBA rules, receiving eight technical fouls results in a one-game suspension. Clark believes the foul she received for clapping was undeserved, while her coach, Stephanie White, emphasized the need for Clark to be aware of her actions on the court. Clark and Angel Reese of the Atlanta Dream currently lead the league with five technical fouls each, reflecting a notable increase in such penalties this season.

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  • Caitlin Clark received her fifth technical foul against Phoenix Mercury.
  • She disagrees with the technical foul for clapping.
  • Clark is three technicals away from a one-game suspension.
  • Angel Reese also has five technical fouls this season.
  • There has been a league-wide increase in technical fouls this year.
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Caitlin Clark has five technical fouls this season. She is three away from an automatic one-game suspension.

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