Caitlin Clark’s first matchup against the Phoenix Mercury was highly anticipated as the rookie got her first duel with Diana Taurasi.
This time around, the veteran guard won’t be playing due to injury. Nonetheless, Clark will be on the floor potentially on triple-double watch for yet another game.
Clark hit the mark for the first time against the New York Liberty on July 6, becoming the first rookie in WNBA history to record a triple-double. She’s averaging 16.7 points, 7.6 assists and 5.9 rebounds per game this season.
Clark’s assist numbers have skyrocketed in the past few games. She’s averaging 11.5 dimes over her last six outings, including just one single-digit assist game in that stretch.
The Fever won their first matchup with the Mercury on the road on June 30. They’ll host Phoenix on Friday, July 12 for the teams’ second of three matchups this season.
Sporting News is tracking Clark’s performance against the Mercury. Follow along to see her top highlights.
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Caitlin Clark stats vs. Phoenix Mercury
Final score: Fever 95, Mercury 86
- Points: 20
- Rebounds: 6
- Assists: 13
- Steals: 1
- Blocks: 2
- TOs: 6
- Fouls: 2
- FGs: 8-16
Caitlin Clark highlights vs. Phoenix Mercury
Clark and the Fever dominated the first half as they led 55-35 at halftime. The No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft finished with 15 points and nine assists through two quarters.
Clark got the scoring started early with her patented 3-pointer from the left wing.
Caitlin Clark opening up the night with a three 🤩 pic.twitter.com/hvTsWEi11U
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 12, 2024
Along with her scoring, Clark continues to tally assists. She’s averaging 11.5 in her last six games and is up to nine at the break.
Caitlin Clark finds a wide-open Kelsey Mitchell under the rim for 2️⃣ pic.twitter.com/1SehcRuJTM
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 12, 2024
Aliyah Boston with the quick elbow jumper 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/KYVpCOXI0S
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 12, 2024
Caitlin Clark finds a cutting Aliyah Boston for ✌️ pic.twitter.com/S8wsUgHIJG
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 12, 2024
Kelsey Mitchell with the wide-open layup 😆 pic.twitter.com/XNICbh8HtG
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 12, 2024
Caitlin Clark with the football pass to Kelsey Mitchell for the quick transition layup 🔥 pic.twitter.com/oIa3D6w4MR
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 12, 2024
NaLyssa Smith knocks down the triple 🎯 pic.twitter.com/JHwaEcPxZ6
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 12, 2024
Clark finished with 13 assists, tying the franchise record.
the crosscourt pass by Caitlin Clark leads to a big-time three from Kelsey Mitchell 👏 pic.twitter.com/woMC2ciTMn
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) July 13, 2024
