In a revenge-fueled showdown that had the whole WNBA watching, Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham delivered one of the coldest clapbacks in league history — not with words, but with ice-cold execution on the court.
Facing off against the Phoenix Mercury, and more specifically, Brittney Griner — who previously stirred controversy with comments and physicality toward Clark — the Indiana Fever turned the narrative on its head.
Clark and Cunningham Didn’t Talk — They Delivered
From tipoff, Clark played like she had something to prove — and so did Cunningham, who backed her with intense defense and sharp shooting. But what shocked fans wasn’t just the scoreboard. It was the silent message the two stars sent every time they sank a shot or shut down a drive: We don’t need to talk — we just win.
“That wasn’t just basketball — that was a statement,” said one sports analyst postgame.
Griner, Held Back and Outplayed
Griner, often known for her dominance, struggled to find rhythm under the constant defensive pressure and shifting schemes from the Fever. Every time she tried to impose herself in the paint, Cunningham was there. And when Clark pulled up from deep — again and again — the Mercury’s frustration grew.
In one key moment late in the 4th quarter, Clark hit a logo three and simply walked back, expressionless — no celebration, no words — just pure silence that spoke louder than anything Griner had said in the past.
Social Media ERUPTS
Fans hailed the duo as the “silent assassins” of the WNBA.
A top comment read:
“Brittney got outplayed, outclassed, and out-hustled. No trash talk needed.”
What’s Next?
This game wasn’t just a win in the standings — it was a shift in the WNBA power dynamic. Clark and Cunningham have shown that they’re not here for drama, headlines, or feuds — they’re here to win. And if tonight was any indication, they’re just getting started.
