Caitlin Clark Shines Bright in Return, Hands Liberty First Loss of the Season

Indiana Fever 102 – New York Liberty 88

After nearly three weeks sidelined with a quad injury, Caitlin Clark made a thunderous return to the hardwood on Saturday night, reminding fans and foes alike why she’s the face of the WNBA’s new era.

In a spectacular performance, Clark torched the New York Liberty with 32 points, eight rebounds, and nine assists, tying her career-best with seven made three-pointers. The Fever's offensive explosion dealt New York their first loss of the season, snapping the Liberty’s perfect 9–0 run.

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🔥 First-Half Frenzy: Clark Sets the Tone

From the opening whistle, Clark was electric. She racked up 25 points and six threes in the first half alone, including a jaw-dropping sequence of three triples in just 33 seconds that sent the home crowd into a frenzy and stunned the Liberty’s defense.

By the time she nailed her fifth shot from beyond the arc, even New York’s superstar Breanna Stewart cracked a smile, a gesture that acknowledged the sheer brilliance unfolding on the court.

🌀 Momentum Swings & Fever’s Statement

Despite New York surging ahead early in the third quarter, Indiana stormed back with a 19–0 run, swinging the momentum permanently in their favor. While Clark eased up slightly in the second half, Kelsey Mitchell took over, scoring 10 of her 22 points in the fourth quarter to secure the victory.

The Liberty's offensive spark, Sabrina Ionescu, poured in 34 points in a valiant effort, but the team collapsed offensively in the fourth quarter, scoring just 12 points.

🚨 A Night of Firsts and Fierce Comebacks

It was Indiana’s first 100-point game of the season and the most points New York has surrendered all year, a testament to the Fever’s breakout performance.

LeBron James, one of Clark’s most vocal supporters, celebrated her return on social media, calling her comeback “legendary.” Though Clark played just over 31 minutes—slightly under her usual workload—her impact was undeniable.

As the Fever improve to 5–5, this statement win could mark the beginning of a new chapter for a team on the rise.

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🏀 Key Highlights:

• Caitlin Clark: 32 PTS, 8 REB, 9 AST, 7 3PM

• Kelsey Mitchell: 22 PTS (10 in 4th Q)

• Sabrina Ionescu (Liberty): 34 PTS

• Indiana's first 100-point game of the season

• Liberty’s first loss (now 9–1)

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