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Clark Sets Fastest 1,000 Points and 500 Assists as Fever Lose 90-88 and Skip Postgame Media

The record-breaking milestone is overshadowed by a poor shooting night, a team decision to deny postgame interviews, and questions about league rules and team transparency.

May 28, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) dribbles against Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton (22) in the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever walks to the locker room at halftime of a game against the Golden State Valkyries on May 28, 2026, at Chase Center in San Francisco.
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Overview

  • The Golden State Valkyries beat the Indiana Fever 90-88 Thursday night at Chase Center, with Veronica Burton and Gabby Williams combining for the late plays that sealed the win.
  • Caitlin Clark had a season-low shooting night, going 3-of-12 for 16 points with six assists and five turnovers, as key late turnovers helped the Fever lose a one-possession game.
  • Clark reached the milestone of 1,000 points and 500 assists faster than any player in WNBA history, accomplishing the mark in her 59th game.
  • Indiana declined postgame interview requests for Clark, a move reported by multiple outlets that has drawn criticism and could trigger WNBA discipline given past fines for missed media availability.
  • The game highlighted Golden State’s deliberate plan to pressure Clark with multiple defenders and physical matchups, and it adds to scrutiny of the Fever after a recent warning over a late injury scratch and ahead of their next game on Saturday.