Clark, Fever Still Seeking First Win after Road Loss to Experienced Liberty Team

By Lindsay Burke

In front of a sold out crowd at the Barclays Center, the Fever’s 91-80 loss to last year’s championship runner up, the New York Liberty, didn’t bring all negatives. 

After struggling in all phases their first two games, the Fever played a much cleaner game Saturday that brought more points for Caitlin Clark and fewer turnovers as a team. 

Clark finished the game with 22 points and 8 assists after a slow start to her WNBA career. 

Others stepped up on offense including veterans Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell who combined for 29 points. 

“That’s going to be my biggest focus going forward, just come out and compete and play hard. I think our whole group did that {today},” said Clark following the game.

The Fever are facing growing pains that come with new, young talent but have a great mix of experience on their squad that will help bring it all together. 

Another key member, Erica Wheeler, has embraced the leadership role in helping Clark and others transition into the WNBA.

“She’s trying to show her what this league is about and help her be as successful as she can be for us and for our team,” said head coach Christie Sides. 

 It was very evident following just their third game of the season that the Fever are taking strides in becoming a strong unit and one that can compete this season in a competitive league. 

The Fever return to Gainbridge Fieldhouse Monday for a matchup with the Connecticut Sun at 7 p.m. EST on ESPN. 

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