Mercury's Thomas suspended 1 game for shot to Clark's throat
WNBA player Alyssa Thomas has been suspended for one game following a flagrant foul against Caitlin Clark. The league determined the contact to Clark's throat was a non-basketball act, drawing criticism from Fever coach Stephanie White regarding officiating consistency.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding player safety and the physical treatment of high-profile rookies in the WNBA.
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas has received a flagrant foul 2 penalty and a one-game suspension for "recklessly making contact with her fist to the throat area" of Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark , the WNBA announced Thursday.
The article reports on league disciplinary actions and quotes both sides without taking a stance on the intent of the foul.
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