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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark picked up right where she left off, opening the 2025 WNBA season with a triple-double in Saturday’s 93-58 win over Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky. She finished with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists.
However, the biggest storyline from the game wasn’t Clark’s performance—or even Reese’s, who recorded a double-double. It was the inappropriate behavior from some fans in attendance at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
On Sunday, the WNBA issued a statement after Fever fans directed hateful comments toward Reese.
"The WNBA strongly condemns racism, hate, and discrimination in all forms — they have no place in our league or in society," the statement read. "We are aware of the allegations and are looking into the matter."
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) in the second half against the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Trevor Ruszkowski
On Monday, following Fever practice, Clark spoke to the media and was asked if she heard any of the hateful comments. The reigning Rookie of the Year said she did not—but added that doesn’t mean "nothing happened."
"Although I didn’t hear anything … that doesn’t mean nothing happened, so you just trust the league’s investigation and I’m sure they’ll do the right thing," Clark said.
Clark wasn't the only one asked about the investigation. Fever head coach Stephanie White also discussed it, saying, "Obviously, we’re gonna cooperate fully with the investigation, but there’s no place for that in our league."
She went on to add, "Be a fan. Don’t be a jerk. Be respectful, be passionate..."
As the investigation continues, the Fever will continue to prepare for Tuesday's home game against the Atlanta Dream. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.
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However, the biggest storyline from the game wasn’t Clark’s performance—or even Reese’s, who recorded a double-double. It was the inappropriate behavior from some fans in attendance at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
On Sunday, the WNBA issued a statement after Fever fans directed hateful comments toward Reese.
"The WNBA strongly condemns racism, hate, and discrimination in all forms — they have no place in our league or in society," the statement read. "We are aware of the allegations and are looking into the matter."
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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) in the second half against the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Trevor Ruszkowski
On Monday, following Fever practice, Clark spoke to the media and was asked if she heard any of the hateful comments. The reigning Rookie of the Year said she did not—but added that doesn’t mean "nothing happened."
"Although I didn’t hear anything … that doesn’t mean nothing happened, so you just trust the league’s investigation and I’m sure they’ll do the right thing," Clark said.
Clark wasn't the only one asked about the investigation. Fever head coach Stephanie White also discussed it, saying, "Obviously, we’re gonna cooperate fully with the investigation, but there’s no place for that in our league."
She went on to add, "Be a fan. Don’t be a jerk. Be respectful, be passionate..."
As the investigation continues, the Fever will continue to prepare for Tuesday's home game against the Atlanta Dream. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.
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Related: Slow-Mo Video of Caitlin Clark’s Flagrant Foul on Angel Reese Emerges
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