Caitlin Clark shares key defensive play against Paige Bueckers in Fever win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 5:56 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Caitlin Clark played a vital role in the Indiana Fever's 98-87 victory over the Dallas Wings on August 15. Clark and Paige Bueckers each scored 29 points, but a pivotal moment came when Clark baited Bueckers into a turnover, leading to a fast-break layup. This defensive play exemplified Clark's strategic instincts, which shifted the game's momentum after halftime. Indiana's adjustments made it difficult for Bueckers to find effective shots, contributing to her limited opportunities.
- •Clark and Bueckers each scored 29 points in the matchup.
- •Clark baited Bueckers into a key turnover, converting it into a layup.
- •Indiana adjusted its defense after halftime to pressure Bueckers.
- •Clark scored 16 points in the third quarter.
- •Kelsey Mitchell contributed 23 points to Indiana's victory.
- 5:56 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark reveals how she outsmarted Paige Bueckers on game-changing play
"Caitlin Clark explained how she baited Paige Bueckers into a turnover during the Fever’s victory over Dallas.
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