Caitlin Clark’s frustration got the better of her on Sunday, leading to a seemingly unjust technical foul during the Indiana Fever’s game against the Seattle Storm at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The incident occurred in the third quarter when Clark, visibly upset after missing a shot, slapped the pad beneath the hoop. The reaction seemed minor and did not appear to warrant a technical foul. However, the referee’s decision added to Clark’s irritation.
I just witnessed one of the worst technical fouls ever called on Caitlin Clark just now.
Misses shot on one end, comes back on defense, ball goes out of play, slaps stanchion in frustration, gets called for a tech.
Insane. pic.twitter.com/aTyZPhNyOl
— 24/7 High School Hoops (@247HSHoops) August 18, 2024
The technical foul was issued shortly after the Fever regained possession following a Storm turnover, suggesting Clark’s frustration stemmed from her missed opportunity on the court.
This technical foul, which marks Clark’s fifth of the season, came on the same day she set the WNBA rookie record for most assists in a season. Despite this minor setback, Clark has been making headlines for breaking multiple records in her inaugural season with the Fever.
