Caitlin Clark Shines in Return, Leads Fever to Victory Over Liberty
Caitlin Clark's impressive return from injury, scoring 32 points, propelled the Indiana Fever to a 102-88 victory against the previously undefeated New York Liberty.
Overview
- Caitlin Clark returned from injury, scoring a season-high 32 points, leading the Fever to a 102-88 victory over the Liberty.
- The Fever's win marked the first loss for the New York Liberty this season, ending their undefeated streak.
- Kelsey Mitchell contributed significantly with 22 points, including 10 in the crucial fourth quarter of the game.
- Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart led the Liberty's efforts, scoring 34 and 24 points respectively, but fell short.
- Clark's performance included a career-high tying seven three-pointers, showcasing her impact on the game after recovery.
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Analysis
Emphasizes the Fever's historic scoring achievement with their first triple-digit game this season.
The Fever reached triple digits for the first time this season.
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"…Caitlin Clark made seven 3-pointers and scored a season-high 32 points in her return from a five-game absence, and the Indiana Fever handed the defending WNBA champion New York Liberty their first loss of the season with a 102-88 victory Saturday."
Associated Press·18d·FAQ
Caitlin Clark suffered a quad strain during a game against the New York Liberty on May 24. She reported pain after the game and was subsequently sidelined for about three weeks.
The Indiana Fever went 2-3 in the five games Caitlin Clark missed due to her injury.
The Indiana Fever's victory marked the first loss for the New York Liberty this season, ending their undefeated streak.
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