Sophie Cunningham could not agree more with Caitlin Clark’s postgame comments

Sophie Cunningham and Caitlin Clark’s close bond evident postgame 

Cunningham and Clark’s close relationship was on display during a press conference following Sunday’s game against the Seattle Storm. The two-time All-Star spoke about the team’s foul issues and the way the game was being officiated, with Cunningham seated beside her.

“I think for our team, defensively, we need to adjust,” Clark said. “We foul all the time, and Steph’s (White) told us in that locker room, like, they’re fouls. We are fouling, and they’re going to call it.

“So we need to stop fouling, and we foul with five seconds left on the shot clock. We foul when somebody gets in their motion. We got to stop doing that. They’re fouls.”

The star guard also praised the referees for correctly calling fouls, especially during physical play. She said players must adjust to the tighter officiating.

“If we want the same calls, they’re going to call it on us,” Clark noted. “I know they’re going to be calling, and that’s how I’ve been trying to get into my motion a little bit more, when I can feel people get really, really handsy with me, especially on the drives and stuff.” 

“And I think that’s just been a focus for me, not because I know they’re calling foul. I want to get downhill. I want to get my feet in the paint, because I want to set my teammates up, but also it’s nice that they are calling fouls.”

“It does get a little physical sometimes, so I think there’s a fine balance, and players will figure it out,” she continued. “But overall, I think the refs have done a really good job. So I’ve got to give credit to them, too.”

Throughout the interview, Cunningham nodded in agreement with everything her teammate said. As Clark wrapped up her comments, the 6-foot-1 guard smiled and said, “That was really nice.” Cunningham then sealed the moment of unity by giving Clark a high-five.

Indiana earned its first home win of the season on Sunday. The team beat the Seattle Storm 89-78 behind strong performances from Clark and Cunningham. Clark finished with 21 points, while Cunningham contributed 17.

The Missouri native began playing alongside Clark after joining the Fever in February 2025 following a major trade from the Phoenix Mercury.