Candace Parker Calls Out WNBA Refs on Paige Bueckers-Caitlin Clark Incident
Summary
Candace Parker criticized the referees in a recent WNBA game between the Indiana Fever and the Wings after an incident involving players Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers. Parker said the referees missed an initial foul by Bueckers, which led to frustration from Clark.Key Facts
- The game was between the Indiana Fever and the Wings, with the Wings winning 91-85.
- Paige Bueckers fouled Caitlin Clark twice, but only the second foul was called by referees.
- Clark showed frustration by tossing the ball after the missed call.
- Candace Parker spoke about the incident on her "Post Moves" podcast.
- Parker and co-host Aliyah Boston agreed that the referees should have called the first foul.
- Bueckers appeared to tell Clark to "calm down," which upset Clark more.
- Clark was close to receiving her eighth technical foul—one more technical foul would have led to a suspension.
- Many players and coaches in the WNBA have criticized referees about missed calls this season.
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