Caitlin Clark's double-double streak is over, but she's helped lead the Fever to back-to-back wins ahead of the All-Star and Olympic break.
She couldn't quite match her rookie counterpart Angel Reese's historic 15-game double-double streak, but Clark and the Fever pulled off the comeback victory against the Lynx to win 81-74 on the road.
Indiana outscored Minnesota 28-14 in the fourth quarter, highlighted by Clark's passing and an ankle-breaking crossover.
Caitlin Clark hits the crossover and lays it off the glass for the lead 🤩 pic.twitter.com/dMSPEGqgO1
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024
Despite struggling with her shot and handle throughout the game, the Fever rookie had 17 points, six assists, three rebounds, and two steals to help Indiana overcome a seven-point deficit heading into the fourth.
Indiana hands the Lynx a rare loss on their home floor, falling to 16-8 and 10-3 at home. The Fever improve to 11-14 with one game remaining before the break.
Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell stood out on Sunday's matchup. Boston had 17 points, 16 rebounds, and four blocks, while Mitchell led all players with 21 points. The All-Star trio combined for 55 of Indiana's 81 points.
The Sporting News tracked Clark's stats and highlights from the Fever vs. Lynx game.
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Caitlin Clark stats vs. Minnesota Lynx
Final score: Fever 81, Lynx 74
- Points: 17
- Rebounds: 3
- Assists: 6
- Steals: 2
- Blocks: 0
- TOs: 6
- Fouls: 3
- FG: 5/17
- 3PT: 2/11
- FT: 5/5
Caitlin Clark highlights vs. Minnesota Lynx
Clark has struggled in the first half, only recording seven points, one assist and one rebound. Still, the Fever are tied with the Lynx 38-38.
The rookie started early with a tough drive to the rim for two points.
Caitlin Clark bullies her way to the rim for 2 💪 pic.twitter.com/IMjBoJSIHw
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024
Clark had just one assist, but it was perhaps her most impressive one lately. She threaded the needle on this backdoor pass to Lexie Hull.
Caitlin Clark with a laser to Lexie Hull who finishes with the reverse ⏪ pic.twitter.com/kJ6c01cnqy
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024
Clark drained one 3-pointer in the first half, taking a tumble after the shot left her fingertips.
Caitlin Clark lets the three fly ✈️ pic.twitter.com/xvu1aDi0zu
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024
Clark was dialed in during the second half, making some quality passes.
NaLyssa Smith gets the defender with the pump fake and finishes through contact 😈 pic.twitter.com/PymrmLCpLF
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024
NaLyssa Smith goes off the glass for 2 🪟 pic.twitter.com/1fAlqqfyHK
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024
Kelsey Mitchell with the rainbow trey from the corner💥 pic.twitter.com/uDKSG9zJPJ
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024
Clark's second 3-pointer kicked off the scoring in the fourth quarter. The Fever outscored the Lynx 28-14 in the final frame to capture the comeback victory.
Caitlin Clark opens up the fourth quarter with a three 👏 pic.twitter.com/RGEHWsP48r
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024
If the comeback wasn't enough, Clark made a defender touch Earth in the fourth.
😮💨 https://t.co/QLEXagq0fY pic.twitter.com/XjTYYqXjR9
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024
The Clark to Boston connection gave Indiana the 73-71 lead.
Caitlin Clark gets it inside to Aliyah Boston for ✌️ pic.twitter.com/ak4Gfq74yB
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 14, 2024