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Caitlin Clark selected her Indiana Fever teammate Aliyah Boston as the No. 1 pick in the WNBA All-Star Game draft and declined a trade offer from Napheesa Collier. Clark's team includes Sabrina Ionescu, A’ja Wilson, and Satou Sabally, while Collier's team features Breanna Stewart, Allisha Gray, and Nneka Ogwumike. Clark, returning from injury, is expected to play soon for the Fever.
Stephanie White is excited to return as head coach of the Indiana Fever, eager to work with WNBA stars Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston. White, who previously coached the Fever and led them to a WNBA title as an assistant, aims to build around Clark and Boston, the past two WNBA Rookie of the Year winners. White's return is also motivated by her desire to be closer to family and her connection to Indiana. The Fever are focusing on improving defensively and preparing for the upcoming expansion draft and free agency.
Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark led the Indiana Fever to an 81-74 victory over the Minnesota Lynx, with Boston recording a double-double and Clark surpassing Sue Bird for second place on the WNBA’s all-time rookie assists list. The Fever's strong fourth-quarter performance was key to their win, marking their second consecutive victory and improving their record to 11-14. Kelsey Mitchell also contributed significantly with a game-high 21 points.
Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston led the Indiana Fever to an 81-74 victory over the Minnesota Lynx, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Clark, who dreams of playing in the Olympics, impressed in front of U.S. women's national team coach Cheryl Reeve, despite not being on the current roster. Reeve, focused on her Lynx team, dismissed questions about Clark's future with Team USA. Both Clark and Boston aspire to join the national team, emphasizing their commitment to improving their game.
Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston led the Indiana Fever to a fourth-quarter comeback victory over the Minnesota Lynx, winning 81-74. The Fever's defense, which has significantly improved since their poor start to the season, was crucial in the win. Clark scored 10 points in the final quarter, while Boston contributed 17 points, 16 rebounds, and four blocks. The Fever have now won three of their last four games and are in seventh place, aiming for their first playoff appearance since 2016.
Caitlin Clark scored 17 points as the Indiana Fever rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat the Minnesota Lynx 81-74. Despite a tough first three quarters, Clark shined in the final frame, while Kelsey Mitchell led with 21 points and Aliyah Boston recorded a double-double with 17 points and 16 rebounds. The Fever secured their eighth win in 12 games, improving to 11-14 on the season.
In a blowout loss to the New York Liberty, Indiana Fever's star players Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston sustained injuries after being put back into the game in the fourth quarter despite trailing by 30 points. Coach Christie Sides explained that the players wanted to continue fighting. The Fever, now 2-9, have a break until their next game against the Mystics.
Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston both left the game with injuries as the New York Liberty routed the Indiana Fever 104-68. Clark had the worst game of her career, scoring only three points on 1-for-10 shooting. The Fever, playing their second game in two days, struggled against a dominant Liberty team led by Betnijah Laney-Hamilton and Jonquel Jones. Despite the loss, Clark continued her streak of leading or co-leading the Fever in assists for all 11 games this season.
The Indiana Fever, exhausted from their 11th game in 20 days, lost to the New York Liberty 104-68. Despite strong performances from Kelsey Mitchell and NaLyssa Smith, the Fever struggled, with key players Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston leaving the game due to injuries. The Fever's grueling schedule has taken a toll, but they now have an extended break before facing the Washington Mystics.
Caitlin Clark scored a career-high 30 points, but the Indiana Fever fell to the Los Angeles Sparks 88-82, dropping to a 1-7 record for the season. Despite a strong defensive effort and improvements in rebounding, the Fever couldn't overcome the Sparks' 3-point shooting. The game was marked by physical play and numerous fouls, with both teams showing flashes of their potential. The Fever will next face the Seattle Storm on May 30.
Caitlin Clark's rise in the WNBA has brought increased attention and popularity to the league, but her fervent fans have created a toxic environment, targeting fellow players like Aliyah Boston with abusive comments. Despite Clark's positive impact on the sport, her supporters' behavior is causing tension and overshadowing the achievements of other athletes in the league.
The Indiana Fever secured the No. 1 pick in the 2024 WNBA draft, and ESPN's latest mock draft predicts that they will select Caitlin Clark from Iowa. Clark, a talented point guard, could potentially join forces with Aliyah Boston, the Fever's No. 1 pick from the previous year, to bring the team back to playoff contention. However, there is a possibility that Clark may choose to return to college for another season. The Los Angeles Sparks, Phoenix Mercury, Seattle Storm, and Dallas Wings round out the top five picks in the mock draft.
Aliyah Boston of the Indiana Fever has been named the unanimous WNBA Rookie of the Year, becoming the franchise's second player to receive the honor. Boston received all 60 votes from a media panel, making her the fifth player in history to win the award unanimously. The 6-foot-5 center/forward started every game for the Fever, averaging 14.5 points, 8.4 rebounds, and leading the league with a 57.8 shooting percentage. She is the third player from South Carolina to win the top rookie title and was also selected as an All-Star starter.
Aliyah Boston, rookie forward and center for the Indiana Fever, is making a significant impact in the WNBA. She has been named a starter for the WNBA All-Star Game, averaging 15.4 points per game and shooting a league-leading 61 percent from the field. Boston is drawing comparisons to great players like Brittney Griner and A'ja Wilson and is on track to be the Rookie of the Year. Despite the pressure and expectations, Boston remains levelheaded and focused on her game.
A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart were named captains for the 2023 WNBA All-Star Game, with Aliyah Boston, the No. 1 overall pick, earning a starting spot. Brittney Griner also makes her All-Star return, while Jewell Loyd, the league's leading scorer, and Jackie Young, who has been even better than last season, round out the backcourt starters. Notably absent from the starters is Alyssa Thomas, who finished fourth in media voting and seventh in player voting, but just 10th in fan voting. The All-Star Weekend is set for July 14-15 in Las Vegas.