Fever knock off Sky for 2nd time as Caitlin Clark drains clutch 3-pointer

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Caitlin Clark encountered another physical defense during the Indiana Fever's hotly contested matchup with the Chicago Sky on Sunday in Indianapolis. But Clark still managed to score 23 points and helped lead Indiana to a second consecutive victory.

Clark's teammate Aliyah Boston delivered another strong performance as she recorded her third consecutive double-double. The Fever improved to 5-10 on the season.

Chicago guard Chennedy Carter, who faced criticism after delivering a hard foul against Clark during the first Fever-Sky matchup of the season, ended the afternoon with 18 points.

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Caitlin Clark (22) of the Indiana Fever celebrates a basket during the first half against the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on June 16, 2024, in Indianapolis.

On June 1, Carter made a basket late in the third quarter. She then shifted to defense and began guarding Clark, who was attempting to get open to receive an inbound pass. Reese faced some criticism for appearing to celebrate after Carter committed the foul.

While referees determined Carter committed a common foul, the WNBA later upgraded it to a flagrant 1 violation after a review. Reese was also fined for not fulfilling her postgame media obligations.

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But at one point during Sunday's game, Carter appeared to show some sportsmanship by helping Clark stay upright. There were several heated moments during the rematch, including Clark smacking Dana Evans’ arm after Evans hooked Clark in the first half.

In the third quarter, Reese's