Caitlin Clark Decked by Vicious Alyssa Thomas Screen During Fever-Sun

Sometimes, basketball players have to handle hard screens, especially if they are superstars.

Caitlin Clark is no exception. The Indiana Fever rookie star is a scoring sensation when the ball is in her hands, showing no fear whenever she's about to launch from deep or get creative with her dribbling to create open shots for herself or her teammates.

And she's no slouch on defense, either. Despite her somewhat skinny frame, she has shown the capability to display solid effort on that side of the ball, displaying her will to win games for her team.

However, her build leaves her vulnerable to screens that resemble brick walls, especially if the screens are set by players more physically imposing than Clark herself.

That much was shown during the game between the Fever and Connecticut Sun. Alyssa Thomas screened for her teammate to utilize, and Clark, who was keeping up with her assignment, did not see the screen coming, falling to the ground as she was unable to withstand the impact.

A tough moment for what has been a solid all-around performance for Clark so far. She has 17 points, five assists, and four rebounds and counting in the fourth quarter.

A win for the Fever would prove wonders as they need a few more victories to clinch a spot in the WNBA playoffs. And a win against one of the best teams in the league would be a major confidence booster.

The Fever are in a close game with the Sun, leading 78-77 with 3:09 remaining in the game.

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