Caitlin Clark Shines in Clutch Moment, Sparks WNBA Drama
WHO:
Sportskeeda - Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever, Washington Mystics
Fox News Sports - Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever, Washington Mystics
WHAT:
NBC Sports - Washington rallied from a 17-point deficit and led by one after Sonia Citron’s two free throws with 4.3 seconds remaining.
NBC Sports - After a timeout, Clark caught a crosscourt pass and was all alone after Cotie McMahon went for the steal and missed.
NBC Sports - Clark's shot hit nothing but net.
NBC Sports - After Washington advanced the ball to midcourt, Aliyah Boston broke up the inbound pass and the Fever held on.
NBC Sports - Clark missed two free throws with 36 seconds to play, but after a turnover by Austin, Clark found Kelsey Mitchell in transition for a layup that gave the Fever a one-point lead with 11.3 to go.
NBC Sports - Citron received a pass cutting to the basket and drew a foul to put Washington ahead.
NBC Sports - Caitlin Clark’s 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds left gave the Indiana Fever a 78-76 victory over the Washington Mystics.
NBC Sports - Clark finished with 19 points, scoring 10 in the first quarter.
NBC Sports - A four-point play by Clark pushed the Fever's advantage to 17 in the third quarter.
NBC Sports - Kiki Iriafen of the Mystics was lost to a sprained ankle during the game.
NBC Sports - Aliyah Boston scored 14 points for the Fever, while Michaela Onyenwere led the Mystics with 17 points.
NBC Sports - This game marked Clark’s second last-second shot against the Mystics this season, with her previous shot forcing overtime in a prior matchup.
NY Post - Caitlin Clark was alone with the ball, right in front of the logo, when she made the game-winning shot.
Sportskeeda - Caitlin Clark hit the game-winning 3-point shot in the Indiana Fever's win over the Washington Mystics.
Fox News Sports - Caitlin Clark made a dramatic 31-foot game-winning three-point shot, leading to a 78-76 victory for the Indiana Fever.
Sportskeeda - Caitlin Clark was benched after picking up three early fouls in the first half against the Washington Mystics.
Fox News Sports - The Indiana Fever improved their record to 6-5 following the win against the Mystics.
WHERE:
NBC Sports - The Fever will host Chicago on Thursday night.
NBC Sports - The Mystics will host Toronto on Friday night.
NBC Sports - The Fever will host Chicago in their next game.
NBC Sports - The Mystics will host Toronto in their next game.
Fox News Sports - The game took place between the Indiana Fever and the Washington Mystics.
WHEN:
RealGM Basketball - The game between the Golden State Valkyries and the Phoenix Mercury is scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT.
Sportskeeda - The game against the Washington Mystics occurred on a Monday.
Sportskeeda - Caitlin Clark's interaction with Tyasha Harris happened during a game against the New York Liberty, which resulted in an 83-75 loss.
WHY:
Sportskeeda - Fans reacted to Caitlin Clark's benching due to her foul trouble.
HOW:
Fox News Sports - Caitlin Clark ended her shooting slump with the game-winning shot.
(UPDATED June 9, 2026 17:40 UTC)
In a thrilling comeback, Washington rallied from a 17-point deficit to take the lead after Sonia Citron's free throws with just 4.3 seconds left, but the Fever managed to hold on for the win. After a missed steal attempt by Cotie McMahon, Clark received a pass and made a decisive shot that sealed the game, despite missing two free throws earlier in the final moments. Looking ahead, the Fever will host Chicago on Thursday night, while the Mystics will take on Toronto on Friday night, and don't forget the Golden State Valkyries are set to face the Phoenix Mercury on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET.
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(UPDATED June 9, 2026 13:50 UTC)
Caitlin Clark's thrilling three-pointer with just 1.2 seconds remaining secured a 78-76 victory for the Indiana Fever over the Washington Mystics, marking her second last-second shot against the Mystics this season. Clark finished the game with 19 points, including a significant four-point play that helped the Fever build a 17-point lead in the third quarter, while Kiki Iriafen of the Mystics suffered a sprained ankle during the match. Looking ahead, the Fever will host Chicago in their next game, and the Mystics will take on Toronto.
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(UPDATED June 9, 2026 10:10 UTC)
Caitlin Clark made a stunning game-winning shot while standing alone with the ball right in front of the logo. The moment was captured at 10:10 UTC, showcasing her incredible skill and composure under pressure. This remarkable play has fans buzzing about her talent and the excitement of the game.
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(UPDATED June 9, 2026 08:09 UTC)
Caitlin Clark hit a dramatic 31-foot game-winning three-point shot, leading the Indiana Fever to a 78-76 victory over the Washington Mystics. Despite being benched earlier in the game due to foul trouble, Clark's performance helped improve the Fever's record to 6-5. Fans had been reacting to her earlier struggles, but she ended her shooting slump with that crucial basket.