Indianapolis, IN – May 25, 2025 – Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark, the WNBA’s 2024 Rookie of the Year, has been fined $30,000 by the league for violating conduct rules, specifically for using profanity and repeatedly criticizing and insulting the WNBA, according to an unverified report circulating online. The alleged fine stems from Clark’s actions during and after the Fever’s recent games, though no official confirmation from the WNBA or major sports outlets has substantiated these claims as of this writing.
The reported incident allegedly occurred during the Fever’s 90-88 loss to the New York Liberty on May 24, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Clark, known for her fiery competitiveness, was said to have used profane language audible to officials during a heated moment in the game. Additionally, the report claims Clark made disparaging remarks about the WNBA’s officiating and league policies in post-game interviews, violating the league’s code of conduct. These actions, if true, would mark a significant escalation from her previous infractions, such as a $400 fine for her sixth technical foul in 2024, which put her on the brink of a suspension.
Clark’s frustration reportedly peaked during the Liberty game, where three controversial calls in the final 10 seconds favored New York, sealing the Fever’s defeat. Sources claim Clark’s comments included sharp criticism of referees, echoing her earlier remarks after a May 21, 2025, loss to the Atlanta Dream, where she called out lengthy challenge reviews for disrupting the game’s flow. “Challenges cannot take that long,” Clark had said, highlighting her ongoing discontent with officiating.[](https://www.newsweek.com/sports/fever-star-caitlin-clark-fires-off-strong-message-wnba-officials-2075219)
The WNBA has not officially confirmed the $30,000 fine, and the lack of corroboration from reliable sources like ESPN, AP News, or The Athletic raises questions about the report’s validity. Posts on X from user @coach___walker claimed the WNBA punished Clark and the Fever over an incident involving Chicago Sky’s Angel Reese, but these lack specifics about profanity or a fine of this magnitude. Without an official statement, the report may be a rumor amplified by Clark’s high-profile status and the intense scrutiny surrounding her.
Clark’s 2025 season has been marked by stellar play and controversy. In the Fever’s season-opening 93-58 rout of the Chicago Sky on May 17, Clark recorded a historic triple-double (20 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists), but a flagrant foul on Reese sparked tensions. Her outspokenness, including support for a WNBA investigation into alleged fan misconduct, has kept her in the spotlight.
If confirmed, the fine would be a significant penalty for Clark, whose leadership and on-court brilliance have revitalized the Fever. Fans have rallied behind her, praising her passion, but critics argue her comments risk undermining the league. The Fever, now 1-1, face the Washington Mystics next on May 28. Clark’s response to this alleged fine will likely shape the narrative around her sophomore season as she navigates stardom and scrutiny. Until the WNBA provides clarity, this remains an unverified claim, underscoring the challenges of separating fact from speculation in the social media age.
