Caitlin Clark’s debut home game results in a loss

The New York Liberty dominated the Indiana Fever in a 102-66 rout, with reigning MVP Breanna Stewart recording a double-double of 31 points and 10 rebounds. Fever’s Caitlin Clark struggled with foul trouble and poor shooting, finishing with 9 points. The Liberty controlled the game throughout, with big performances from Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu. The Fever’s Aliyah Boston had 12 points. The game featured chippy moments, including a dustup between Boston and Jonquel Jones early on. Despite a third-quarter resurgence from Clark, the Liberty remained in control. The matchup highlighted the disparity in performance between the two teams’ bigs, especially Jones and Boston. The Fever’s halftime deficit of 48-31 continued to grow in the fourth quarter, with New York outscoring Indiana 35-10. The game showcased Clark’s potential alongside veterans like Stewart. The 2024 WNBA rookie class, headlined by Clark, is anticipated to make a significant impact this season, reminiscent of the 2013 class. Clark, known for her scoring prowess, aims to model her game after NBA star Stephen Curry and has garnered attention and excitement in the league. Additionally, the WNBA has announced plans for all teams to charter to and from each game starting in May. Overall, the Liberty’s dominant performance overshadowed Clark’s home debut for the Fever.

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