Caitlin Clark Owns Up After Fever’s Fourth-Quarter Meltdown
Caitlin Clark might be in just her second WNBA season, but she’s already showing leadership well beyond her years. After the Indiana Fever’s 88–81 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday, Clark didn’t hide from the spotlight, she stood squarely in it.
Despite putting up 19 points, 10 assists, and 3 rebounds, Clark called herself out for the team’s collapse in the fourth quarter. The Fever led 61–58 heading into the final period but gave up 30 points in the fourth, fueled by 18 team turnovers, eight from Clark alone.
“We didn’t do a good job of taking care of the ball—I didn’t,” Clark admitted postgame. “It just starts with me and getting better at that.”
Turnovers, Fouls, and a Controversial Call
It wasn’t just Clark’s off night (1-for-10 from three) that did the Fever in. Aliyah Boston’s strong 26-point performance and Kelsey Mitchell’s 20 weren’t enough to overcome critical turnovers and questionable officiating.
One major moment came late: with under a minute left and Indiana trailing by five, a moving screen by Jackie Young was controversially called a defensive foul on Boston. Head coach Stephanie White challenged the call, but the refs upheld it, crushing any hopes of a comeback.
Clark’s Leadership Still Shines
Even on a cold shooting night, Clark refused to shy away from responsibility, echoing the leadership foundation built during her NCAA days under Coach Lisa Bluder. She acknowledged the struggles but emphasized that her focus remains on finding new ways to impact the game.
“I’ve put the time in… I just have to stay confident,” she said. “This is different from our loss to Golden State. I’m learning from it.”
With a tough game against the Seattle Storm looming, the Fever will need to regroup fast. But with Clark leading the charge, ‘no question’s no question owning the moment, win or lose.
