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Indiana Fever Dominate Chicago Sky in Season Opener Marked by Heated Rivalry

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese downplay tensions after hard foul and technical fouls punctuate a decisive 93-58 victory for the Fever.

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Overview

  • The Indiana Fever opened their 2025 WNBA season with a commanding 93-58 win over the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
  • Caitlin Clark’s hard foul on Angel Reese was upgraded to a Flagrant Foul 1 by officials, intensifying the rivalry between the two sophomores.
  • The altercation led to technical fouls for Fever star Aliyah Boston for a 'physical taunt' and Reese for a verbal exchange, which offset.
  • Postgame, both Clark and Reese downplayed the incident, with Clark emphasizing that the foul was not malicious and Reese calling it 'a basketball play.'
  • Clark agreed to split Boston’s fine for the technical foul, showcasing sportsmanship despite the heated moments during the game.