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Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are again after the WNBA’s almost month-long break for the Olympics.
The Fever obtained the second half of the season began sturdy with a 98-89 win over the Phoenix Mercury behind a robust efficiency from Clark.
The star rookie completed with 29 factors, 10 assists and 5 boards. Kelsey Mitchell additionally added 28 factors within the win. Clark did not miss a beat after the prolonged break, scoring 16 factors inside her first eight minutes of motion.
Indiana Fever @IndianaFever
no hesitation deep three from Caitlin Clark 🎯 pic.twitter.com/U6RbKdDJqM
Clark had a press release efficiency in her first sport again from the break, and it reminded followers—together with Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton—why she’s the frontrunner to be Rookie of the Yr.
Harry Lyles Jr. @harrylylesjr
Knew the break would do wonders for Caitlin Clark however even this can be a LOT
Scott Agness @ScottAgness
The WNBA higher be nervous as a result of Caitlin Clark is rested and thriving.
She’s placing all of it collectively…
The Ebook Of E-Leaux @B8kOfELo
Caitlin Clark with greater than 2 days relaxation pic.twitter.com/GCvzIWpIi9
Daniel Hodes @danhodes
I see Caitlin Clark wakened and selected violence in opposition to everybody who obtained to play within the Olympics as an alternative of her
Michael Graham @michaelgraham
We have not seen a extremely rested Caitlin Clark in about 11 months. Look out.
73-9 and THEY LIED @CuffsTheLegend
they laughed at me when i mentioned Caitlin Clark is LOWKEY the MVP of the league 🤣🔥
Dorian D Pricey @RealDorianDear
This rookie of the yr debate has to STOP. It belongs to Caitlin Clark.
With the win, the Fever improved to 12-15 on the season and maintain sturdy at No. 7 within the WNBA standings. After successful simply 13 video games a season in the past, Indiana is now only a win away from tying its win complete from final yr.
Clark will look to proceed main the Fever to success whereas growing her lead within the Rookie of the Yr race.
