🏀😳 “‘NO WHISTLE. NO FOUL.’ WHAT HAPPENED TO CAITLIN CLARK HAS FANS ASKING THE SAME QUESTION” A play involving Caitlin Clark is drawing widespread attention after video appeared to show contact to her throat during a game, with no foul called by the officials. The moment quickly sparked debate among fans watching live.

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Caitlin Clark took a shot to the throat during a WNBA game Wednesday.

In a 111-109 loss to the Mercury, Clark slipped on the way to the basket and in the ensuing fight for the ball, Alyssa Thomas landed a fist on Clark’s throat and then stepped over the Fever star.

No foul was called on the play, which drew reactions throughout the WNBA, most notably from the Fever’s coach.

“It was egregious. The fact that it was a no-call … You got to call it,” said White. “You’re coming in here aware of what happened two nights ago and that s–t still happens? Absolutely unacceptable.”

Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) scrambles to get up over Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, during a game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Phoenix Mercury defeated the Indiana Fever, 111-109.
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) scrambles to get up over Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

The back-to-back matchups were heated, with Monday’s game resulting in six technical fouls, including Clark’s fifth of the season, and one ejection.

Clark’s technical was issued for clapping in former teammate DeWanna Bonner’s direction after a brief altercation.

Both games resurrected the idea that Clark is treated unfairly in the WNBA.

“This. Tonight was a pivotal moment in Caitlin Clark’s season and career,” former WNBA player Stacey Dales posted to X. “It’s time the league takes notes and adjusts. It impacts a franchise.”

Clark ultimately left the game with a back injury after being fouled on a 3-pointer.

Clark’s stardom has helped bring the WNBA to new heights of popularity.

When she was drafted in 2024, the WNBA had its most-watched regular season in 24 years, finished with its highest attendance in 22 years and set records for digital consumption and merchandise sales.

Prior to her arrival, the WNBA had not hit seven-figure viewership since 2008.

 

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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) falls as Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) eyes the ball.
Clark on the floor during Wednesday’s game.USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect

Clark’s game against the Tempo on June 16, averaged 1 million viewers throughout the broadcast.

“I simply cannot comprehend this situation. The league was a joke,” one X user said. “Clark brought in a significant number of viewers and substantial financial resources when she joined the league, and all they are doing now is trying to hurt her, which is killing the golden goose. This league is nothing more than prison ball.”