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Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Sport
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Kelsey Mitchell breaks one of Tamika Catchings' Fever records — not an easy thing to do
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Kelsey Mitchell continues to etch her name in Indiana Fever history. With her second 3-pointer against the New York Liberty night, Mitchell became the franchise leader in 3-pointers made with 607, passing Fever legend Tamika Catchings' 606. It's Mitchell's first outright franchise record so far. More 3-point shooting: Caitlin Clark to compete in first WNBA 3-point contest A shooting guard with a career 37.8% 3-point field goal percentage, Mitchell only needed eight seasons to pass Catchings' record, set in 2016 after 14 seasons. Mitchell was drafted to the Fever at No. 2 overall in 2018 and has spent her entire professional career with Indiana. She is quickly becoming one of the top tenured players in franchise history — she recently passed Briann January, now a Fever assistant coach, for second in games played. Mitchell, with 254 games in a Fever uniform, only trails Catchings' 457 games. Chloe Peterson is the Indiana Fever beat reporter for IndyStar. Reach her at capeterson@ or follow her on X at @chloepeterson67. Get IndyStar's Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark coverage sent directly to your inbox with our Caitlin Clark Fever newsletter. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Kelsey Mitchell breaks Tamika Catchings' Indiana Fever 3-pointers record
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Sport
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Aces' Jewell Loyd surpasses Tamika Catchings on WNBA's all-time list
The post Aces' Jewell Loyd surpasses Tamika Catchings on WNBA's all-time list appeared first on ClutchPoints. Jewell Loyd made WNBA history as she surpassed Tamika Catchings on the all-time 3-pointers made list during Thursday's matchup between the Las Vegas Aces and Washington Mystics. Advertisement In 33 minutes of action, Loyd finished with a stat line of 20 points, three rebounds, two steals, and an assist. She shot 6-of-13 from the field, including 2-of-7 from beyond the arc, and 6-of-6 from the free-throw line. The two triples she knocked down ended up helping her go up the all-time list. With 607 3-pointers and counting, she passed Catchings for the 10th spot. She now trails DeWanna Bonner (632) and Kristi Toliver (651). How Jewell Loyd, Aces played against Mystics Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images Despite Jewell Loyd's notable feat in passing Tamika Catchings, her efforts weren't enough as the Aces lost 70-68 to the Mystics. Advertisement Las Vegas boasted a 40-27 lead at halftime. However, Washington fought back as the squad outscored the visitors 43-28 in the last 20 minutes. The Aces only scored 13 points in the final quarter, showing how they couldn't hold off the Mystics' rally down double-digits. Both teams struggled from three, only converting five of their 36 attempts throughout the entire game. However, Las Vegas struggled more overall as the team shot 38% from the field. They also lost 35-31 in rebounds and 20-12 in assists. Four players scored in double-digits on Las Vegas' behalf, including Loyd. Chelsea Gray had a solid night with 13 points, seven rebounds, three assists, and three blocks. She shot 6-of-10 overall, including 1-of-2 from downtown. Dana Evans came next with 11 points and two assists, while Jackie Young provided 10 points and seven rebounds. Las Vegas fell to a 9-11 record on the season, holding the fifth spot of the Western Conference standings. They are 1.5 games behind the Golden State Valkyries and three games behind the Seattle Storm. Advertisement The Aces will prepare for their next matchup, remaining at home. They face the Valkyries on July 12 at 4 p.m. ET. Related: Aces' A'ja Wilson's injury status vs. Mystics confirmed Related: Aces coach Becky Hammon speaks up on A'ja Wilson's concerning injury
Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Caitlin Clark Shares Candid Thoughts on 'Idol' Steph Curry
When it comes to Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark and NBA legend Steph Curry, there are more than a few parallels between the two players and the monumental impact they've had on basketball and their respective leagues. Yes, Clark is only in her second WNBA season while the 37-year-old Curry is heading toward year 18 next October, with four NBA championship rings on his hand. Advertisement But their style of play and the attention they draw from defenses, just about the moment either one of them passes half-court, is almost identical, in part due to the very realistic threat of Curry or Clark quickly pulling up and dropping a 3-pointer from the logo in a way that might make it look just a little too easy. Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors celebrates after scoring a three-pointer against the Los Angeles Lakers at SAP Center on October 12, 2018. Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images The exorbitant amount of focus that's routinely paid to the duo usually means that at least one player is probably wide open, sometimes maybe two, which allows for great ball movement and others to get involved. So, on Thursday night, the Fever arrived at "The House that Curry Built" to face the Golden State Valkyries—a WNBA expansion franchise in its first season—which made for a pretty easy reason to ask Clark to offer up some words about the NBA's all-time leader in 3-pointers. Advertisement "I grew up watching Steph," Clark said. "To me, he's one of the greatest basketball players of all time...I think he's really changed the way basketball is being played. Maybe at times, me and him both, like kids shouldn't always just go and chuck a bunch of 3s, but that's what makes the game so exciting." "He's really changed basketball and everybody's that ever met him knows how good of a person he is too," Clark continued. "So, it's cool to be here. He's somebody I certainly idolize." With Clark offering plenty of praise for the widely adored Curry, what very well could have been the greatest thing to pluck from her first time playing at the Chase Center might be that she apparently yelled out "Curry!" after launching her final 3-pointer during the Fever's pregame shoot-around. Advertisement Unfortunately for Clark and the Fever, they had a pretty rough outing against Golden State, losing 88-77 after a generally flat showing in the second half. The 23-year-old Clark did still manage to fill up the stat sheet, just not to the ridiculously high standards the second-year star has already set for herself, finishing with 11 points, nine assists, seven rebounds, and a steal. Related: Dawn Staley Reveals Caitlin Clark's Most 'Dangerous' Weapon. It's Not Her 3-Point Shot Caitlin Clark Shares Candid Thoughts on 'Idol' Steph Curry first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 20, 2025
