Caitlin Clark shove results in upgraded foul for Marina Mabrey, fines but no suspensions after Fever, Sun scuffle
Caitlin Clark shove results in upgraded foul for Marina Mabrey, fines but no suspensions after Fever, Sun scuffle
The WNBA issued additional punishments Wednesday following multiple incidents involving Indiana Fever and Connecticut Sun players during Tuesday's game.
Sun guard Marina Mabrey had her technical foul upgraded to a flagrant 2 after shoving Fever star Caitlin Clark to the ground. Mabrey will also receive a fine for her actions.
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Sophie Cunningham — who received a flagrant 2 after a hard foul in the game's final minute — was also hit with an additional fine Wednesday.
Despite both incidnts, the WNBA did not issue any suspensions.
This story will be updated.
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