What really happened when Kelsey Plum tried to get Caitlin Clark a technical foul in the Sparks vs. Fever game?
Did Kelsey Plum Really Try to Get Caitlin Clark a Technical Foul? Here’s What Happened
By AI Generated • June 29, 2025
A clip from the June 26 Sparks vs. Fever game exploded online: Sparks guard Kelsey Plum turned to the refs and made a “T” motion, seemingly urging them to toss sidelined star Caitlin Clark for a technical foul. But was it serious—and did it stick?
We’ve combed through video, first-hand accounts, and game reports to separate the playful moment from real officiating drama.
“It appeared as though Plum half-jokingly wanted the ref to give Clark a technical foul for stepping onto the court, but the ref was having absolutely none of it.”Read the full analysis on SI
Expansion: Video shows Clark’s foot briefly slip over the boundary line while she argued with officials. Plum, preparing to sub back in, caught the moment and tapped her arm, forming a “T” with her hands. Refs ignored it, and the game resumed without incident. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
“As Plum started getting ready to re-enter the game, she turned to Clark and jokingly made a ‘T’ motion indicating a free technical foul.”See the Yahoo Sports report
Expansion: Yahoo Sports notes that the exchange drew laughter from teammates and fans alike. Coach Lynne Roberts was seen chuckling on the bench, underscoring that it was meant in good fun rather than as a genuine protest. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
“Injured Fever star Caitlin Clark was notably active on the sidelines—this prompted Sparks guard Kelsey Plum to jokingly suggest a technical foul, and the clip immediately went viral.”Read more on talkSPORT
Expansion: talkSPORT highlights that Clark’s sidelined energy—she was out with a groin injury—was the real story. Plum’s gesture was a light-hearted nod to the moment, not an official request for league action. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
“The WNBA is facing significant criticism over inconsistent officiating, and moments like Plum’s on-court gag underscore players’ frustrations.”See the officiating deep dive
Expansion: The Post places Plum’s jest in the broader context of WNBA calls this season. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has pledged more training for refs, but players like Plum—who’ve publicly called out non-calls—say the league still has work to do. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}