WNBA player who battered Caitlin Clark elbows another Fever star in the face, but there's a catch
Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas faces scrutiny following a physical encounter with Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull during recent WNBA play.
The reporting (5)
- Alyssa Thomas Laughs At Vicious Elbow To Face That Left Caitlin Clark's Teammate With A Bloody Nose BroBible · 45d ago
- Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas (25) scrambles to get up over Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) on Wednesday, June Tulsa World · 45d ago
- Fever Mercury Basketball Springfield News-Sun · 45d ago
- WATCH: Alyssa Thomas’ Elbow to Lexie Hull Gives Fever Guard a Nose Bleed, But Refs Rule in Mercury Star’s Favor Yahoo Sports · 45d ago
- WNBA player who battered Caitlin Clark elbows another Fever star in the face, but there's a catch Fox News · 45d ago
What happened
Coverage notes that officials ruled in favor of the Mercury star during the incident. Reports from outlets including Fox News, Yahoo Sports, and BroBible highlight the physical nature of the play.
Descriptions include the aftermath of the contact and the reaction of the players involved on the court. Coverage does not yet specify if the WNBA will conduct a formal review of the incident.
Further developments regarding league disciplinary actions or player commentary remain pending.
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Questions people are asking
Who was involved in the on-court incident?
The incident involved Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas and Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull.
What was the result of the elbow?
Lexie Hull sustained a nosebleed following the contact.
How did the referees rule?
According to reports, the referees ruled in favor of Alyssa Thomas during the play.
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