Kelsey Plum jokingly tries to get an injured Caitlin Clark fouled during Fever-Sparks; strong reactions follow

During the Indiana Fever’s loss to the LA Sparks, sidelined star Caitlin Clark found herself in a lighthearted yet fiery exchange

Updated on: Jun 27, 2025, 07:31:31 IST

By Yash Nitish Bajaj

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During the Indiana Fever’s 92-78 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks on Thursday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, sidelined star Caitlin Clark found herself in a lighthearted yet fiery exchange with the referees. However, what caught fans' attention was Sparks veteran Kelsey Plum jokingly trying to get the official to hand out a technical foul to the injured Fever star.

Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark reacts during the first half in a WNBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Sparks (AP)

Clark, ruled out due to a left groin injury, was spotted on the sidelines in street clothes, engaging in an animated banter with a referee. The moment, captured on video, showed Plum jokingly pointing out Clark’s minor sideline infraction.

The exchange took place in the third quarter, during a stoppage. Clark, despite being inactive, argued with a referee over a call, standing with one shoe slightly over the sideline. Plum, a two-time WNBA champion, noticed and playfully gestured to the official, suggesting that the Indiana star deserved a technical foul for stepping onto the court.

The referee ignored Plum’s half-serious plea, and Clark continued her animated exchange for a few seconds before returning to the bench. The moment went viral on social media.

Caitlin Clark injury

Clark, the 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year, was ruled out hours before tip-off after reporting groin pain following a win over Seattle, where she scored a season-low six points. The injury, confirmed by MRI, is unrelated to her earlier quad strain, and Coach Stephanie White called it “day-to-day,” hinting at a possible return for Friday’s game against the Dallas Wings.

The 23-year-old's absence, alongside Damiris Dantas’s suspension and Sophie Cunningham’s injury, left the Fever shorthanded, relying on Aliyah Boston’s 22 points and Kelsey Mitchell’s 18. Plum, meanwhile, led the Sparks with 24 points.

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Yash Nitish Bajaj
Yash Bajaj is a Chief Content Producer with a strong foundation in US coverage, digital strategy, and audience-focused storytelling. As part of the US Desk at Hindustan Times, he covers a wide range of topics - from American politics to sports (NFL, NBA, derbies, MLB and more). Before joining Hindustan Times, Yash served as Deputy News Editor at Times Now, where he oversaw international coverage and led a team of six. In this role, he significantly expanded global traffic through strategic planning, SEO-driven content execution, and meticulous trend tracking across platforms. He is experienced in managing high-pressure breaking-news shifts, coordinating live coverage, and building newsroom systems that improve speed, accuracy, and reach. Prior to Times Now, Yash held a position at Opoyi, where he headed the Sports and US news team. He developed broad editorial strategies, guided reporters across multiple beats, and played a key role in recruiting and training new talent. His responsibilities also extended to social media management and experimenting with innovative content formats. A passionate NFL fan, Yash is a die-hard supporter of the Cincinnati Bengals and has followed Joe Burrow closely since his college days at LSU. Whether breaking down top players' latest performance, analyzing team performances, or tracking roster moves, he brings the same dedication and sharp storytelling to his sports coverage as he does to American politics and breaking news. When he’s not writing, Yash can often be found watching games or debating the latest NFL storylines with fellow fans. Yash holds a Bachelor of Mass Media (Journalism) from HR College, Mumbai University. His interests extend well beyond the newsroom: he is an enthusiastic explorer of AI tools, a movie buff with an ever-growing watchlist, and someone who enjoys unraveling conspiracy theories for fun.Read More

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