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WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas 1 game for hit to Caitlin Clark's throat
By Doug Feinberg, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
The WNBA has suspended Phoenix's Alyssa Thomas for one game after she made contact with her fist to Caitlin Clark's throat in Wednesday night's matchup against Indiana.It happened with 6:52 left in the second quarter and was deemed to be a non-basketball act. The league gave Thomas a Flagrant Fou...
Key takeaway The league gave Thomas a Flagrant Foul 2 penalty for it.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The suspension of Alyssa Thomas for her hit on Caitlin Clark's throat is a significant development for local basketball fans, particularly those who follow the WNBA's presence in the San Antonio area. As the Mercury prepare to serve the suspension on the road, San Antonio residents will be watching to see how this incident affects the team's dynamics and performance. The fact that this physical play is not an isolated incident, but rather part of a larger pattern of intense matchups between these teams, will likely have implications for future games. With the Mercury's visit to Toronto looming, fans in Terrell Hills and the surrounding areas will be keeping a close eye on how the team responds to this disciplinary action and whether it will impact their overall season. The WNBA's decision to review and upgrade fouls, even after the fact, demonstrates a commitment to player safety that will be closely watched by local fans.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The WNBA has suspended Phoenix's Alyssa Thomas for one game after she made contact with her fist to Caitlin Clark's throat in Wednesday night's matchup against Indiana.It happened with 6:52 left in the second quarter and was deemed to be a non-basketball act. The league gave Thomas a Flagrant Fou...
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