WNBA Season Underway: Fever 4-4, Clark Struggles and Bounce-Back, Power Rankings
Key Questions
What is the Indiana Fever's current record?
The Fever are 4-4 after their West Coast trip, including a win over the Dream 83-71 in their first Commissioner's Cup game.
How has Caitlin Clark performed recently?
Clark had a poor shooting night with 6 points on 1-7 but bounced back with 22 points and 9 assists, while also setting a WNBA record for fastest to 1,000 points and 500 assists.
What controversies have involved the Fever and media?
The Fever banned reporter Scott Agness for reporting on Clark's injury, prompting a WNBA probe and intervention by the commissioner.
Who has been recognized for standout performances in the WNBA?
A'ja Wilson extended her Player of the Month record, Jessica Shepard was named Player of the Week, and seven breakout All-Star candidates have been highlighted.
What is the status of Brittney Griner in the WNBA?
Griner has joined the Sun, who are 2-8, and her foul on Angel Reese was upgraded to a Flagrant 1.
How are the Minnesota Lynx performing this season?
The Lynx are dominating without Collier, with Olivia Miles starring and Courtney Williams leading the team while eyeing the Commissioner's Cup after a career-high 30 points.
What new developments are there in the WNBA CBA?
24 of 30 development player spots have been filled under the new CBA, though some players have expressed financial stress concerns following salary increases.
What other notable events occurred in recent WNBA games?
Angel Reese reached 1,000 career points, and the Aces defeated the Valkyries in action covered by recent reports.
Caitlin Clark had 6 points on 1-7 shooting in loss to expansion Fire, benched by coach. Fever 4-4. Clark broke record for fastest to 1,000 pts & 500 asts. Bounced back with 22/9/4. Addressed sideline spat. Chiney Ogwumike broke silence on injury report controversy. Fever banned reporter Scott Agness; WNBA probe opened. Fever beat Dream 83-71 for first Commissioner's Cup win. A video claims WNBA changed rules due to Clark's treatment (unconfirmed). A'ja Wilson extended Player of the Month record. Lynx dominating. Angel Reese hit 1,000 career points. MVP race includes Wilson, Clark, Bueckers, Miles.