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Mercury's Alyssa Thomas suspended one game for putting fist into Caitlin Clark's throat in win over Fever

The WNBA has issued a one-game suspension to Phoenix Mercury player Alyssa Thomas for hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat. Fever coach Stephanie White described the Mercury's actions as "cheap shots" and "utterly disrespectful." Thomas claims the incident was an accident and occurred without her immediate knowledge.

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

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

    The WNBA has issued a one-game suspension to Phoenix Mercury player Alyssa Thomas for hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat. Fever coach Stephanie White described the Mercury's actions as "cheap shots" and "utterly disrespectful." Thomas claims the incident was an accident and occurred without her immediate knowledge.

    What's confirmed:

    • The WNBA suspended Alyssa Thomas for one game for a hit to Caitlin Clark's throat.
    • Fever coach Stephanie White called the Mercury's actions "cheap shots" and "utterly disrespectful."

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Alyssa Thomas has received death threats and abuse following the incident.
    • A former teammate of Caitlin Clark sided with Alyssa Thomas regarding the suspension.
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