Caitlin Clark Offers to Pay Coach White’s Technical Foul Fine

Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White received a technical foul and consequent fine during a dominant 81-54 win over the Las Vegas Aces, an incident that Fever star Caitlin Clark, sidelined due to a groin injury, enthusiastically supported by clapping from the bench. White revealed that Clark offered to pay the fine, referencing the recent Commissioner’s Cup victory where each player received a substantial bonus, highlighting Clark’s willingness to back her coach financially. Clark also criticized the WNBA's bonus structure, pointing out that the Commissioner’s Cup payout was higher than that for winning the WNBA Finals, urging Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to address the disparity. The Fever, seen as title contenders, have faced some injury setbacks with Clark missing multiple games, but maintain a positive team culture characterized by spirited moments such as White’s technical foul and Clark's vocal support. Clark’s marketability is underscored by her lucrative multi-million dollar Nike deal and the successful launch of her personal Kobe V Protro shoe, which sold out quickly and is expected to grow into a significant business. The team aims to cautiously manage Clark’s injury as they continue their season with hopes of a strong playoff run.