BREAKING: Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham Get Their Revenge — And the Way They Silenced Brittney Griner in Fever’s Win Was Colder Than Trash Talk
BREAKING: Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham Get Their Revenge — And the Way They Silenced Brittney Griner in Fever’s Win Was Colder Than Trash Talk
In a night packed with tension, payback, and undeniable flair, Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham delivered the kind of revenge that doesn’t need words — just wins.
The Indiana Fever pulled off a statement victory that fans won’t forget anytime soon, toppling the Phoenix Mercury in a 91–85 thriller that had all the makings of a postseason grudge match. And right at the heart of it all? A calm, calculated vengeance delivered by two of the WNBA’s most talked-about names: Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham.
For weeks, Clark’s toughness had been questioned. From hard fouls to whispered criticisms, the rookie phenom found herself under the microscope — especially after previous tense showdowns with Phoenix. But this time, Clark didn’t just respond. She dominated. With 28 points, 8 assists, and a pair of ice-cold three-pointers that seemed to hush the entire Mercury bench, Clark proved once again why she’s not just hype — she’s a generational talent with ice in her veins.
But it wasn’t just her scoring that left the crowd breathless. In the third quarter, Clark was fouled hard — again. This time by none other than Brittney Griner. The collision left Clark sprawled on the court, but instead of reacting with fire, she rose with focus. What followed? A 12-0 Fever run with Clark and Cunningham orchestrating every move.
Sophie Cunningham, traded to the Fever this season, had her own reasons for showing up big against her former team. And she delivered. With 18 points and three clutch steals in the final minutes, she wasn’t just playing — she was sending a message. One possession saw her lock down Griner in the post, forcing a rare turnover that ignited the crowd and swung the game’s momentum.
And Griner? The WNBA star struggled to find rhythm, held to just 12 points and visibly frustrated by Indiana’s relentless defense. Her usual dominance in the paint was neutralized — not with trash talk, but with pure hustle and gritty execution.
After the game, Clark kept it classy. “We’re just here to play basketball,” she said, flashing that signature calm smile. “But we’re not going to let anyone push us around.”
Cunningham was even colder: “We don’t talk. We win.”
Social media, of course, exploded. Highlights of Clark’s crossover on Diana Taurasi and the stare-down she gave after burying a deep three went viral within minutes. Hashtags like #ClarkCold and #CunninghamRevenge were trending by midnight.
If anyone doubted whether this Fever team had the fire to contend, last night was their answer. And they didn’t need words to say it — just a win soaked in poetic revenge.
