WNBA still reviewing Caitlin Clark’s technical foul, league clarifies

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1. 2h ago

   WNBA Upholds Caitlin Clark Technical Foul Amidst Other Penalties

   The WNBA will not rescind the fifth technical foul given to Caitlin Clark during the Indiana Fever's 86-77 win over the Phoenix Mercury on June 22. The league denied the appeal from the Fever. Separately, the league suspended and fined Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas following an incident with Clark.

   What's confirmed:

   • The WNBA will not rescind the fifth technical foul assessed to Caitlin Clark on June 22.
   • The Indiana Fever won the game against the Phoenix Mercury 86-77.
   • The WNBA suspended Alyssa Thomas for one game and fined her $1,000 after a review of her hit on Clark.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Fans and commentators allege a pattern of favoritism in WNBA officiating.
   • Alyssa Thomas criticized Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for failing to protect players from online abuse.
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2. 5d ago

   WNBA Will Not Rescind Caitlin Clark's Fifth Technical Foul

   The WNBA decided not to rescind a technical foul given to Caitlin Clark during a game against the Phoenix Mercury. Clark received the penalty for clapping after a personal foul call on DeWanna Bonner. The Indiana Fever had appealed the ruling, but the league upheld the decision.

   What's confirmed:

   • Caitlin Clark received her fifth technical foul of the season during a game against the Phoenix Mercury.
   • The Indiana Fever defeated the Phoenix Mercury 86-77.
   • The WNBA will not rescind Clark's latest technical foul upon review.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Clark's punishment has sparked claims of blatant discrimination.
   • Clark is nearing a one-game suspension.
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