Caitlin Clark shoots herself out of slump, but Fever defense has her attention after loss
Caitlin Clark showcased her shooting prowess by scoring five 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, helping the Indiana Fever tie the game against the Washington Mystics. Despite her efforts, the Fever lost 104-102 in a closely contested match. Clark expressed pride in her performance but emphasized the need for improvement in the team's defensive strategy.
- ▪Caitlin Clark scored 32 points, with 17 coming in the fourth quarter.
- ▪The Fever lost to the Mystics 104-102 after forcing overtime.
- ▪Clark highlighted the importance of avoiding 'clunky quarters' to improve team performance.
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