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Alyssa Thomas suspended 1 game shot to Caitlin Clark's throat
The WNBA issued a one-game suspension to Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas after she struck Caitlin Clark in the throat. The incident occurred during a game where Phoenix defeated the Indiana Fever 111-109. Clark later exited the game with a back injury.
What changed
The league officially suspended Alyssa Thomas for one game after reviewing the incident as a Flagrant 2 foul.
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WNBA Suspends Alyssa Thomas for One Game Following Hit to Caitlin Clark
confidence 100%The WNBA issued a one-game suspension to Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas after she struck Caitlin Clark in the throat. The incident occurred during a game where Phoenix defeated the Indiana Fever 111-109. Clark later exited the game with a back injury.
What's confirmed:
- The WNBA suspended Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas for one game.
- Thomas made contact with her fist to Caitlin Clark's throat.
- The foul took place during a game between the Phoenix Mercury and the Indiana Fever.
- Phoenix won the game 111-109.
- A review of the no-call ruled the incident a Flagrant 2 foul.
Still unconfirmed:
- Former WNBA players claim the foul was not intentional.
- Caitlin Clark left the game due to a back injury.
- Phoenix Mercury faced backlash for a social media post following Clark's exit.
- Coach Stephanie White complained about the situation.