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WNBA·June 8, 2026 09:57 PM ET

Caitlin Clark hits buzzer-beating step-back to stun Mystics

Clark sinks Mystics with late step-back triple.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 91 min read
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What happened: Caitlin Clark hit a deep step-back three-pointer with 1.2 seconds remaining to lift the Indiana Fever to a 78-76 victory over the Washington Mystics on Monday. The clutch shot capped a 19-point outing for Clark and erased a late lead from Washington just seconds prior.

Why it matters: The victory moves Indiana to 2-1 in Commissioner's Cup play as the team looks to defend its 2025 tournament title. The win keeps the Fever in pursuit of the Eastern Conference's top spot, while the Mystics fall to 1-2 in the mid-season tournament standings.

By the numbers: Clark 2026: 18.7 PPG, 8.2 APG. Fever Cup Record: 2-1. Final: Indiana 78, Washington 76.

What to watch: The Fever continue their Commissioner's Cup defense against the Toronto Tempo on Wednesday.

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