India, May 29 -- Caitlin Clark found herself at the center of another officiating controversy after being assessed a Flagrant 1 foul during the Indiana Fever's 90-82 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Friday. The incident took place late in the fourth quarter and quickly became one of the most talked-about moments from the game, prompting reactions from players, fans, and media alike.

The controversial sequence unfolded in the closing minutes as Clark set a screen on Valkyries guard Veronica Burton during an Indiana offensive possession.

The contact sent Burton to the floor, leading officials to stop play and review the sequence at the monitor. Following the review, the referees upgraded the play to a Flagrant 1 foul, determinin...