Alyssa Thomas suspended 1 game shot to Caitlin Clark's throat
Alyssa Thomas suspended 1 game for hitting Caitlin Clark in the throat
📍 Where it landed
Alyssa Thomas was suspended by the WNBA after punching Caitlin Clark in the throat. Mercury coach Nate Tibbetts defended the play and criticized the league's suspension process, claiming it was based on social media screenshots.
Epilogue added 78d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
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Alyssa Thomas, a player for the Phoenix Mercury, has been suspended for one game for making contact with Caitlin Clark's throat during a game. Coverage emphasizes the incident and its aftermath, with various outlets reporting on the suspension and reactions from coaches, players, and analysts.
The Mercury's coach has defended Thomas, while others have criticized the WNBA's handling of the situation. Outlets such as ESPN, Fox News, and Yahoo Sports are covering the story.
The incident has sparked a reaction on social media, with some expressing support for Thomas and others criticizing her actions. According to coverage, Caitlin Clark's safety and the WNBA's response to the incident are now under scrutiny.
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The reporting (30)
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Mercury's Nate Tibbetts irked by WNBA's suspension process ESPN · 81d ago broke it first
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Fever coach blasts refs, Mercury's 'cheap shots' on Caitlin Clark ESPN · 82d ago broke it first
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Quick answers
Why was Alyssa Thomas suspended?
Alyssa Thomas was suspended for one game for making reckless contact with Caitlin Clark's throat during a game.
How has the WNBA responded to the incident?
The WNBA has suspended Alyssa Thomas for one game and issued a flagrant foul for her actions.
What are people saying about the incident?
Reactions have been mixed, with some defending Thomas and others criticizing her actions and the WNBA's response.
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