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Caitlin Clark Draws Strong Criticism For 'Flopping' Comment in Fever Loss

Caitlin Clark Draws Strong Criticism For 'Flopping' Comment in Fever Loss

Summary

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever lost their opening WNBA game to the Dallas Wings, 107-104. Clark scored 20 points but faced criticism online after a video showed her calling a defender a "flopper" during the game.

Key Facts

  • The Indiana Fever lost their first WNBA regular-season game to the Dallas Wings by a score of 107-104.
  • Caitlin Clark scored 20 points, had 7 assists, and 5 rebounds in the game.
  • Clark picked up four fouls, and the Fever committed a total of 25 fouls.
  • A video clip showed Clark saying, "Flopping all [expletive] day," referring to a Dallas Wings player.
  • Many fans reacted negatively to Clark’s comment, calling her out for complaining or flopping herself.
  • The Fever made 7 of 24 three-point attempts, while the Wings made 12 of 23.
  • Dallas player Jessica Shepard had a near triple-double performance in the game.
  • The Fever will play the Los Angeles Sparks next on May 13 as they look to improve after the loss.
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