JUST IN: Jacy Sheldon & Marina Mabrey SUSPENDED for Vicious Caitlin Clark Attack
JUST IN: Jacy Sheldon & Marina Mabrey SUSPENDED for Vicious Caitlin Clark Attack
The WNBA has officially handed down suspensions to Chicago Sky guards Jacy Sheldon and Marina Mabrey following what league officials are calling a “vicious and unsportsmanlike act” against Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark during their most recent matchup.
The league confirmed that both Sheldon and Mabrey will serve multi-game suspensions without pay, citing “excessive and intentional contact with the intent to provoke or injure,” according to a statement released late Tuesday evening.
What Happened?
In a game already charged with physical play and heated exchanges, tensions boiled over when Clark was blindsided by back-to-back hits from Sheldon and Mabrey on a single possession. Video replays quickly went viral, showing what many fans called a “blatant assault” — with one of the hits occurring after the whistle.
Clark fell to the floor visibly shaken and remained down for several seconds before returning to the bench. No flagrant foul was initially assessed, but after league review, both players have now been suspended.
WNBA’s Official Statement
“Player safety is a top priority,” the league said in a statement. “The actions of Jacy Sheldon and Marina Mabrey were outside the bounds of acceptable competitive behavior. The WNBA will not tolerate targeted aggression against any player.”
This decision marks one of the league’s most significant disciplinary actions in recent seasons — and further spotlights growing concerns about how Clark, a high-profile rookie, is being treated on the court.
Reactions Pour In
The basketball world has erupted in response:
Caitlin Clark’s agent released a brief statement: “Caitlin is focused on the season and appreciates the league’s response.”
Sky head coach Teresa Weatherspoon said she disagreed with the suspensions, claiming the play was “intense, not malicious.”
Fans on social media were far less forgiving, with hashtags like #ProtectClark, #SkylineCheapShot, and #JusticeForCaitlin trending within minutes.
Even NBA stars like Trae Young and Damian Lillard have chimed in, calling the hit “disgraceful” and “out of line.”
A Pattern Emerging?
This isn’t the first time Caitlin Clark has been at the center of physical controversy. Many around the league feel she has become a target — not just of defensive pressure, but of personal animosity. Whether it’s resentment over media attention or attempts to intimidate the rookie sensation, incidents like this continue to raise questions about officiating, league enforcement, and player conduct.
What’s Next?
The Fever are expected to issue a more detailed statement later today. Clark, ever resilient, is reportedly expected to play in the team’s next game — though calls for better protection and consistent officiating are only growing louder.
The message from the WNBA is clear: Targeted violence won’t be tolerated — especially when it threatens the safety and integrity of the game’s rising stars.
