Indiana Fever fans are voicing their frustration after what they believe was unfair treatment of Caitlyn Clark by WNBA referees during the team’s recent 90-80 loss to the Minnesota Lynx. The game, which took place following the Olympic break, has sparked controversy among fans who identified three key moments where they believe Clark was unjustly penalized, potentially impacting the outcome.

The first controversial call occurred with just under four minutes remaining in the second quarter. Clark was called for an offensive foul after she was seen shoving Lynx guard Kayla McBride to the ground. Fans argued that Clark was being held before the foul, with some even suggesting that McBride exaggerated the contact, leading to the foul call.

The second instance came with 6:40 remaining in the third quarter when Clark attempted a three-point shot. As McBride contested the shot, Clark was knocked to the floor, but the referee standing nearby did not call a foul. This non-call led to further outrage, as many fans believed it was a clear foul, while others debated whether Clark was attempting to draw the foul with a flop.

The final contentious moment occurred under a minute before the end of the third quarter. Clark was called for a travel after what appeared to be a legal move where she established her pivot foot. Fans argued that the travel call was incorrect, with some even labeling it as a “phantom” call.

Despite these controversial decisions, the Lynx outplayed the Fever for much of the game, maintaining the lead for the final 37 minutes. Clark still delivered a strong performance, finishing with 23 points, five rebounds, and eight assists. However, the loss dropped the Fever to a 13-16 record for the season, while the Lynx improved to 22-7, securing a playoff berth.

Fans’ concerns about the officiating have added to the discussion around the game, with many feeling that these questionable calls contributed to the Fever’s defeat.