Caitlin Clark scores 27 points in Fever victory over Lynx
25 sources • 7 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 7:25 AM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Caitlin Clark contributed 27 points during the Indiana Fever's 96-77 win against the Minnesota Lynx on September 22. Playing in Indianapolis, Clark logged 32 minutes, shooting 9-of-18 from the field, and added 7 rebounds and 9 assists. The Fever improved to 28-15 this season with one game remaining. They face the Lynx again on September 24 for their final regular season matchup.
- •Caitlin Clark played 32 minutes in the game
- •Clark shot 9-of-18 from the field and 6-of-6 on free throws
- •Indiana Fever improves to 28-15 with one game left
- •Next game for Fever is September 24 against Lynx
- 7:25 AMYahoo Sports — ‘May Not Be the Best Fit With the Fever’ — ESPN Legend Doubles Down on Stephanie White Concerns After Caitlin Clark’s Telling Postgame Remarks
- 2:02 AMYahoo Sports — “May Not Be the Best Fit for Her”: Stephanie White’s Future With the Fever Gets Straight-Up Verdict From ESPN Veteran
- 12:42 AMYahoo Sports — WNBA Broadcasters Quickly Share Thoughts Over Caitlin Clark’s Heated Interaction With A’ja Wilson During Fever’s Playoff Game vs Aces
- 11:19 PMYahoo Sports — Fever's Stephanie White dismisses talk of WNBA playoff rift with Caitlin Clark
- 4:36 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Is She Talking About Caitlin (Clark)?’ – Fever Fan Rachel DeMita Rips Stephanie White’s ‘Crazy’ Take After Aces Loss
- 3:10 AMYahoo Sports — "Truly Alarming": WNBA Analyst Fears Caitlin Clark & Co. Won't Win 'Anything' in Playoffs as She Blames Stephanie White’s Mentality
- 1:07 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Stephanie White Is a Terrible Coach,’ ‘We’ve Seen Enough’ — Calls Mount for Caitlin Clark To Leave Fever After ‘Embarrassing’ Game 1 Loss to Aces
- 6:52 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Never fly in the NBA…’ Stephanie White’s ‘humbled’ jab next to Caitlin Clark draws major backlash
"Some players on the Indiana Fever, like Sophie Cunningham, have made waves this season for comments about transgender athletes, but star guard Caitlin Clark mostly wants to just talk ball. Speaking to The Athletic, Clark was asked about being used as a “political football,” a term dubbed by NBA commissioner Adam Silver, and if she’d rather “sit […] The post Fever news: Would Caitlin Clark just prefer to talk ball instead of being 'political football'? Yes, but there's a catch appeared first on C
"Caitlin Clark was electric when she delivered another strong performance for the Indiana Fever as the team beat out the Minnesota Lynx 96-77 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. But the biggest moment of the night came after the final buzzer. Following the victory, Clark stopped on her way to the locker room to give two young fans a special memory. The Fever […] The post Fever news: Caitlin Clark makes young fans' dreams come true with special gift appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever stood on business against the Minnesota Lynx , 96-77, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Tuesday to remain in the hunt for the fourth seed and home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs. The Fever improved to 28-15, moving a game behind the Atlanta Dream for the fourth spot. Clark had an all-around showing […] The post Fever news: Caitlin Clark opens up about facing contact ahead of WNBA playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 1, 2026, 7:25 AM‘May Not Be the Best Fit With the Fever’ — ESPN Legend Doubles Down on Stephanie White Concerns After Caitlin Clark’s Telling Postgame Remarks
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever responded exactly when they needed to in Game 2 against the Las Vegas Aces, but the discussion around head coach Stephanie White has continued. After Indiana’s Game 1 loss, White drew criticism for comments about her team needing to be “humbled,” and Linda Cohn has now questioned whether she’s the right fit for the Fever.
- Yahoo SportsOct 1, 2026, 2:02 AM“May Not Be the Best Fit for Her”: Stephanie White’s Future With the Fever Gets Straight-Up Verdict From ESPN Veteran
Despite Stephanie White’s insistence that her tense on-court interactions with Caitlin Clark should not be viewed through the lens of controversy, criticism of her coaching style is only growing louder as we approach the Round 1 finale in the Aces-Fever series. White has also been criticized for her postgame comments about Indiana’s defense, as it appeared that Clark had a somewhat different assessment of the situation.
- Yahoo SportsSep 30, 2026, 12:42 AMWNBA Broadcasters Quickly Share Thoughts Over Caitlin Clark’s Heated Interaction With A’ja Wilson During Fever’s Playoff Game vs Aces
A’ja Wilson may have dropped 38 points in Game 1, but the Fever were not going to let the reigning MVP have any loose buckets in the must-win Game 2 for them. After Stephanie White called out the Fever’s lack of intensity in Game 1, Caitlin Clark and Co.
- Yahoo SportsSep 29, 2026, 11:19 PMFever's Stephanie White dismisses talk of WNBA playoff rift with Caitlin Clark
"All those things can be true without there being a controversy," the Fever coach said regarding her postgame presser with Caitlin Clark after dropping Game 1 to the Aces.
- Yahoo SportsSep 29, 2026, 4:36 PM‘Is She Talking About Caitlin (Clark)?’ – Fever Fan Rachel DeMita Rips Stephanie White’s ‘Crazy’ Take After Aces Loss
The Indiana Fever opened their 2026 WNBA playoff campaign with a tough 102-85 loss to the Las Vegas Aces. But the result was not the only thing creating buzz after Game 1.
- Yahoo SportsSep 29, 2026, 3:10 AM"Truly Alarming": WNBA Analyst Fears Caitlin Clark & Co. Won't Win 'Anything' in Playoffs as She Blames Stephanie White’s Mentality
Losing a game in a high-stakes playoff series is not out of the ordinary. But the 102-85 blowout that the Indiana Fever faced from the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday has WNBA analyst Rachel DeMita worried that the Fever could be heading towards an early exit.
- Yahoo SportsSep 28, 2026, 1:07 PM‘Stephanie White Is a Terrible Coach,’ ‘We’ve Seen Enough’ — Calls Mount for Caitlin Clark To Leave Fever After ‘Embarrassing’ Game 1 Loss to Aces
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever were blown out by the Las Vegas Aces in Game 1 of the WNBA playoffs, and the loss quickly brought questions about the team’s future. Fans pointed at Stephanie White and the roster, with some even calling for Clark to leave Indiana despite the guard being under contract for 2027.
- Yahoo SportsSep 28, 2026, 6:52 AM‘Never fly in the NBA…’ Stephanie White’s ‘humbled’ jab next to Caitlin Clark draws major backlash
After a brutal loss in Game 1 of their playoff series against the Las Vegas Aces, Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White was incredibly stern with her players. The Fever lost 102-85 in a blowout to the reigning WNBA champions, as Caitlin Clark and the rest of the team struggled to get going on the offensive end.
- Yahoo SportsSep 27, 2026, 1:15 PMStephanie White reveals the hardest part of coaching Caitlin Clark’s Fever
Stephanie White says the intense attention surrounding the Indiana Fever adds another challenge to coaching. As the team prepares to face Las Vegas in the playoffs, Caitlin Clark’s public support and Indiana’s record-setting offense offer a fuller picture of its season.
- Yahoo SportsSep 27, 2026, 4:27 AM‘Gimmick,’ ‘First-Round Exits’ – Caitlin Clark’s Latest Injury Report Has WNBA World Calling Bluff, Predicting Aces Disaster
Caitlin Clark remained a fixture on the Indiana Fever’s injury report due to a back issue. The three-time All-Star has been listed as probable ahead of Game 1 against the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday.
- Yahoo SportsSep 26, 2026, 11:20 AMStephanie White’s treatment of Caitlin Clark prompts apology to ex-Fever coach from WNBA expert
Stephanie White continues to face criticism for her poor utilisation of superstar Caitlin Clark. Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever have reached the 2026 WNBA playoffs following a rocky regular season as they suffered an embarrassing 20-point blowout defeat during their final game.
- Yahoo SportsSep 26, 2026, 3:50 AM‘Silly goose’ Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever shenanigans include boy nicknames, unserious selfies
Caitlin Clark carries endless expectations on her shoulders, but some insight into her behaviour behind the scenes shows how fun she is. Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are headed to the WNBA playoffs.
- Yahoo SportsSep 25, 2026, 3:39 PMFever news: Would Caitlin Clark just prefer to talk ball instead of being 'political football'? Yes, but there's a catch
Some players on the Indiana Fever, like Sophie Cunningham, have made waves this season for comments about transgender athletes, but star guard Caitlin Clark mostly wants to just talk ball. Speaking to The Athletic, Clark was asked about being used as a “political football,” a term dubbed by NBA commissioner Adam Silver, and if she’d rather “sit […] The post Fever news: Would Caitlin Clark just prefer to talk ball instead of being 'political football'? Yes, but there's a catch appeared first on C
- Yahoo SportsSep 25, 2026, 2:31 PMFever news: Caitlin Clark wants her legacy to be bigger than any WNBA title
Caitlin Clark has never hidden her goal. She wants to lead the Indiana Fever to the championship . Every game has brought her one step closer to that dream, which has seemingly grown far bigger than herself. Last season, she sat out the playoffs due to a groin injury. She could only watch as the Fever fell short in the semifinals against the Las […] The post Fever news: Caitlin Clark wants her legacy to be bigger than any WNBA title appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 24, 2026, 7:44 PMFever playoff picture: Here's who Caitlin Clark, Indiana could face in WNBA postseason
Here's a look at where the Fever can still finish in the standings.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 5:50 PMFever news: Caitlin Clark makes young fans' dreams come true with special gift
Caitlin Clark was electric when she delivered another strong performance for the Indiana Fever as the team beat out the Minnesota Lynx 96-77 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. But the biggest moment of the night came after the final buzzer. Following the victory, Clark stopped on her way to the locker room to give two young fans a special memory. The Fever […] The post Fever news: Caitlin Clark makes young fans' dreams come true with special gift appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 9:50 AM‘We’re scary’ – Caitlin Clark shares what she likes about the Fever heading into the playoffs
The Indiana Fever have one more regular season game to play before they kick off their 2026 playoff campaign. Indiana were most recently in action on September 22, taking on the Minnesota Lynx and securing a big win.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 6:55 AM‘What Is Her Problem?’ ‘This Is Harassment’ — Outrage Erupts As Caitlin Clark Is Berated by Fever Assistant Coach During Lynx Game
The Indiana Fever had plenty to feel good about in their 96-77 home win over the Minnesota Lynx on Tuesday, but one moment involving Caitlin Clark and assistant coach Briann January quickly caused a stir on social media. Once the clip began circulating, many across the WNBA world were unsurprisingly unhappy with what they saw on the Fever sideline.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 5:55 AMFever news: Caitlin Clark opens up about facing contact ahead of WNBA playoffs
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever stood on business against the Minnesota Lynx , 96-77, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Tuesday to remain in the hunt for the fourth seed and home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs. The Fever improved to 28-15, moving a game behind the Atlanta Dream for the fourth spot. Clark had an all-around showing […] The post Fever news: Caitlin Clark opens up about facing contact ahead of WNBA playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 5:55 AMFever news: Caitlin Clark thanks teammates, fans after dominant win over Lynx
The Indiana Fever boast a historic offense led by Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell, but one cannot discount the massive boost their fan base gives them on a nightly basis. Playing its final home game of the regular season, Indy put on a show for its fervid crowd and earned a 96-77 win over the Olivia Miles-less Minnesota Lynx on Tuesday. With the […] The post Fever news: Caitlin Clark thanks teammates, fans after dominant win over Lynx appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 5:45 AM‘Best in the WNBA,’ ‘Making It Look Easy’ — Basketball World Buzzes As Caitlin Clark’s Crossover Fuels Fever’s Offensive Surge vs. Lynx
Caitlin Clark and Co. picked the perfect time to put together one of their best performances of the season.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 5:41 AM‘Gonna be physical right back’ – Caitlin Clark to Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve after on-court incident
Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark had a statement performance against the Minnesota Lynx, and words for their coach, Cheryl Reeve, after the game. Clark put up 30 points, seven rebounds, and nine assists in a dominant 96-77 win for the Fever, helping the team stay alive in the top-four seeding race for the 2026 WNBA Playoffs.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 2:08 AMCaitlin Clark powers Indiana Fever to win vs Lynx. What it means for playoff seeding
The Indiana Fever led by as many as 29, saw it dip to single digits, then pushed it back out. Here's what the win vs the Lynx means, and what we learned.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 2:07 AMHow many points did Caitlin Clark score tonight in Indiana Fever vs Minnesota Lynx?
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever finish their home regular-season schedule against the Minnesota Lynx.
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 2:05 AMCaitlin Clark's stats Tuesday in Indiana Fever vs Minnesota Lynx
How many points did Caitlin Clark score Tuesday in Indiana Fever vs Minnesota Lynx game?
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