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Alyssa Thomas Suspended for Punching Caitlin Clark
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First seen: June 25, 2026
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Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury has been suspended for one game by the WNBA after making contact with Caitlin Clark's throat during a game against Indiana. The incident occurred on Wednesday night, and it was not initially seen by the referees during the match.
How each side framed it
CENTER
The coverage focuses on the suspension and the incident itself, noting that it was not seen by referees during the game.
RIGHT
Fox News highlights Alyssa Thomas as a controversial figure among Caitlin Clark's fans, referring to her as a 'villain' following the incident.
Key facts
- Alyssa Thomas was suspended for one game by the WNBA.
- The suspension was due to her punching Caitlin Clark in the throat.
- The incident occurred during a game on Wednesday night.
- The referees did not see the punch in real time.
- Alyssa Thomas plays for the Phoenix Mercury.
Framing spectrum · 2 outlets
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Range 4–33
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Average 17/100
Lean:
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3 neutral
How each outlet framed it
PBS NewsHour
4 Wire-neutral
WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas for one game following incident with Caitlin Clark
Fox News — Latest
14 Public broadcaster
Alyssa Thomas Suspended for Punching Caitlin Clark During WNBA Game
Fox News — Latest
33 Mainstream
WNBA suspends Alyssa Thomas for one game following incident with Caitlin Clark