Current:Home > ScamsHow many points did Caitlin Clark score Friday? Lynx snap Fever's five-game win streak-DB Wealth Institute B2 Expert Reviews
How many points did Caitlin Clark score Friday? Lynx snap Fever's five-game win streak
View Date:2024-12-25 12:36:53
The Indiana Fever's win streak ends at five games.
Caitlin Clark and the Fever mounted a double-digit comeback against the Minnesota Lynx on Friday, but it was not enough to defeat the Lynx, who won 99-88 on the road at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Clark recorded a team-high 25 points (8-of-21 FG, 5-of-10 from three), eight rebounds and eight assists in the loss and nearly recording her third triple-double of the season.
The game was more closely-contested than the scored indicated.
The Fever trailed 12-points heading into the fourth quarter after a dismal third and came within one-point of the Lynx with 4:03 remaining in the contest, thanks to a three from Kelsey Mitchell. The Lynx answered back and closed the game on a 18-8 run to hand the Fever their first loss since Aug. 24.
Clark struggled to get going early, missing her first three shots before a jumper late in the first quarter got her in rhythm. She scored 17 of her 25 points in the first half alone. The Fever entered halftime with a five-point lead, 50-45. At halftime, Clark said the Fever needed to "play better defense" because "45 points is a lot."
The Lynx had the same game plan and executed it better in the third quarter. Minnesota outscored Indiana 29-12 in the third to take a 12-point lead into the fourth quarter. The Fever quickly chipped away at the Lynx's lead and came within one point, before Minnesota ran away with it for a double-digit lead.
Napheesa Collier said the Lynx committed to "staying strong in our defense" to weather the Fever's numerous runs. "The Fever are a really strong offensive team and we know that, so really playing our team defense and locking down that way... 50 is a lot for them to have at half. Just locking in on that and stopping their key players."
Collier, who won a gold medal with Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics, had a game-high 26 points, 10 rebounds, two steals and two blocks. Bridget Carleton added 16 points, while Courtney Williams had 15.
Three Fever players had 20+ points: Clark (25), Kelsey Mitchell (23) and Aliyah Boston (20). The trio combined for 68 of the Fever's 88 points. The Fever clinched their first playoff berth since 2016 earlier this week.
veryGood! (5)
Related
- Louisville officials mourn victims of 'unthinkable' plant explosion amid investigation
- Man wielding 2 knives shot and wounded by Baltimore police, officials say
- Houthis show no sign of ending ‘reckless’ Red Sea attacks as trade traffic picks up, commander says
- In rare apology, Israeli minister says she ‘sinned’ for her role in reforms that tore country apart
- Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, 4G
- Rocket arm. Speed. Megawatt smile. Alabama's Jalen Milroe uses all three on playoff path.
- Bears clinch No. 1 pick in 2024 NFL draft thanks to trade with Panthers
- NFL Week 18 schedule set with game times for final Saturday, Sunday of regular season
- NBA players express concern for ex-player Kyle Singler after social media post
- Most funding for endangered species only benefits a few creatures. Thousands of others are left in limbo
Ranking
- Skai Jackson announces pregnancy with first child: 'My heart is so full!'
- German chancellor tours flooded regions in the northwest, praises authorities and volunteers
- New York City officials detail New Year's Eve in Times Square security plan
- Australians and New Zealanders preparing to be among first nations to ring in 2024 with fireworks
- Man jailed after Tuskegee University shooting says he fired his gun, but denies shooting at anyone
- Cowboys vs. Lions Saturday NFL game highlights: Dallas holds off Detroit in controversial finish
- Paula Abdul accuses ‘American Idol’ producer Nigel Lythgoe of sexual assault in lawsuit
- Cowboys deny Lions on 2-point try for 20-19 win to extend home win streak to 16
Recommendation
-
Chiefs block last-second field goal to save unbeaten record, beat Broncos
-
Shakira honored with 21-foot bronze statue in her hometown in Colombia
-
Is 2024 a leap year? What is leap day? What to know about the elusive 366th date of the year
-
Up First briefing: Life Kit has 50 ways to change your life in 2024
-
My Chemical Romance will perform 'The Black Parade' in full during 2025 tour: See dates
-
New York City officials detail New Year's Eve in Times Square security plan
-
Tyler, dog who comforted kids amid pandemic, is retiring. Those are big paws to fill
-
Music producers push for legal protections against AI: There's really no regulation