Caitlin Clark Dominates as Fever Crush the Wings
Caitlin Clark isn’t just living up to the hype — she’s setting the tone. The rookie sensation led the Indiana Fever to a 102-83 rout over the Dallas Wings, logging a 14-point, 13-assist double-double. It was Clark’s first professional face-off against rookie Paige Bueckers, who dropped 21 points of her own, but the scoreboard left no doubt about who ran the show.
With that win, the Fever moved to 11-10, while the struggling Wings slipped to 6-16, continuing their disappointing season despite a talent-heavy roster.
Dallas Coach Chris Koclanes Sends a Message
After the loss, Dallas head coach Chris Koclanes didn’t hide his frustration. But he also didn’t back down. Speaking about the upcoming August 1 rematch, Koclanes told reporters:
“Just makes us even hungrier to get them back and protect home floor… Really show the community who we are.”
Despite being rocked by injuries all season, Koclanes remains focused on the long game preaching commitment to “the little things” and keeping his locker room composed. But even calm leadership has its limits, especially when the team is sliding in the standings.
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WNBA’s Newest Rivalry
This rivalry didn’t start in the WNBA, it was born in college. In their iconic 2024 Final Four showdown, Clark’s Iowa Hawkeyes edged out Bueckers’ UConn Huskies 71-69. Fast-forward to the pros, and expectations couldn’t have been higher for their first real clash.
Their first pro meeting was spoiled by a Clark injury but the Fever still won. The second matchup? All fireworks. Both stars delivered, but Clark came out on top again.
Now, the third showdown looms. Will Paige Bueckers finally get her revenge, or will Caitlin Clark continue her dominance?
One thing is clear: August 1 is circled on the calendar, and revenge is on the menu in Dallas.
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