Alyssa Thomas' Teammates Show Strong Support Amid Caitlin Clark Backlash
Summary
Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury was suspended for one game after a basketball play where her fist touched Caitlin Clark’s throat. Thomas’ teammates and coaches publicly supported her amid criticism, while Clark has not yet commented on the incident.Key Facts
- The incident happened on June 24 during a game between the Phoenix Mercury and Indiana Fever.
- Thomas fell on top of Clark while trying to get a loose ball; video showed her fist contacting Clark’s throat.
- No foul was called during the game, but the WNBA later gave Thomas a Flagrant 2 foul and a one-game suspension.
- Thomas will miss the Mercury’s next game on June 27 against the Toronto Tempo.
- Fever head coach said Clark, who exited with a back injury, will miss her team’s game on the same day.
- Mercury teammates and coaches shared messages of support for Thomas on social media.
- Clark has not publicly spoken about the incident or her injury.
- A previous game between these teams included a scuffle with multiple technical fouls and an ejection.
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