Emmanuel Acho suggests Kelsey Mitchell over Caitlin Clark as Fever's top player
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 6:36 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
FS1 analyst Emmanuel Acho voiced his opinion that Kelsey Mitchell should be considered the best player on the Indiana Fever, surpassing Caitlin Clark. This discussion followed the Fever's 108-101 loss to the Atlanta Dream, where Clark displayed exceptional scoring but also faced criticism for turnovers and team dynamics. Acho highlighted Clark's individual talent but questioned her ability to elevate her teammates. The debate continues as the Fever seek to improve their performance amid their struggles this season.
- •Fever lost 108-101 to the Atlanta Dream on June 18.
- •Acho raised questions about Clark's impact on team performance.
- •Clark recorded 26 points and seven assists but five turnovers.
- •Acho believes real hoopers would rank Mitchell ahead of Clark.
- •Discussion emphasizes Clark's individual talent vs. team dynamics.
- 6:36 PMYahoo Sports — FS1 Analyst Thinks “Real Hoopers” Would Pick Kelsey Mitchell, Not Caitlin Clark, As Fever’s Best Player
"FS1 analyst Emmanuel Acho believes that “real hoopers” would consider Kelsey Mitchell the Indiana Fever’s best player over Caitlin Clark. Acho’s remarks came after the Clark- and Mitchell-led Indiana lost 108-101 to Angel Reese’s Atlanta Dream on Thursday.
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