Caitlin Clark's three-pointer lifts Fever past Mystics in thrilling finish
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 6:42 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Caitlin Clark hit a 31-foot game-winner as time expired, sealing a 78-76 victory for the Indiana Fever over the Washington Mystics on June 9, 2026. The Fever, who held a 14-point halftime lead, faced a late-game scare, trailing by one with under a minute left. Clark's clutch shot redeemed her earlier missed free throws and quelled ongoing trade rumors surrounding her. Indiana's win improves their record as they look to build momentum after a recent slump.
- •Caitlin Clark scores game-winning three-pointer with 1 second remaining.
- •Fever led by 14 points at halftime but trailed late in the fourth quarter.
- •Clark's shot came after she missed critical free throws earlier.
- •Indiana Fever improves their record amid trade speculation around Clark.
- 6:42 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark’s Curry-esque game-winner also means “night night” to Fever trade rumors
"Caitlin Clark's ice-cold 31-foot game-winner against the Mystics didn't just save the Fever; it completely silenced weeks of mounting trade rumors.
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