WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas for hitting Caitlin Clark's throat
Summary
Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury was suspended for one game after hitting Indiana Fever’s Caitlin Clark in the throat during a basketball game. The WNBA reviewed the play and called it a non-basketball act, issuing a flagrant foul and suspension despite no foul being called during the game.Key Facts
- Alyssa Thomas hit Caitlin Clark in the throat with her fist during a game on June 22, 2026.
- No foul was called by referees during the game, but the WNBA later reviewed the incident.
- The WNBA classified the hit as a "non-basketball act" and assigned a flagrant foul.
- Thomas was suspended for one game, to be served on June 27, 2026.
- Caitlin Clark left the game in the third quarter after scoring 19 points and making eight assists.
- Clark has a history of back injuries and missed games last season due to lower-body issues.
- This was not the first time the WNBA upgraded a foul against Clark after review.
- The Phoenix Mercury won the game against the Indiana Fever with a score of 111-109.
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