Controversial Officiating Mars Fever's Narrow Loss

The Indiana Fever lost 90-88 to the defending WNBA champion New York Liberty after squandering a double-digit fourth-quarter lead. Caitlin Clark registered a double-double with 18 points and 10 assists, but struggled with turnovers and shooting, going 2-of-11 from three-point range and committing 10 turnovers. The game ended amid controversy as Clark appeared to be fouled on the final possession, but no call was made, leading head coach Stephanie White to label the officiating 'egregious' and accuse referees of disrespect, citing a 15-32 free throw disparity. Aliyah Boston led the Fever with 27 points and 13 rebounds, underscoring the team's improved depth compared to last season. The Fever's record now stands at 2-2. The team will next face the Washington Mystics.