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WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas for hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat

The WNBA issued a one-game suspension to Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas after she hit Caitlin Clark in the throat. The incident occurred during a scramble in a game between the Mercury and the Indiana Fever. Clark also suffered a back injury that caused her to miss a game against the Sparks.

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The WNBA has officially suspended Alyssa Thomas for one game following the incident.

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  1. WNBA Suspends Alyssa Thomas for Hit to Caitlin Clark's Throat

    The WNBA issued a one-game suspension to Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas after she hit Caitlin Clark in the throat. The incident occurred during a scramble in a game between the Mercury and the Indiana Fever. Clark also suffered a back injury that caused her to miss a game against the Sparks.

    What's confirmed:

    • The WNBA suspended Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas for one game for hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat.
    • Alyssa Thomas received a Flagrant Foul 2 penalty for the incident.
    • Caitlin Clark missed a game against the Sparks due to a back injury.
    • The Phoenix Mercury deleted a social media post that mocked Caitlin Clark.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Dave Portnoy called the Phoenix Mercury "Cowards" regarding their deleted post.
    • Caitlin Clark's biographer described the WNBA punishment as a "Very Poor Response".
    • Fever player White criticized referees and cited "cheap shots" on Clark.
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