The Indiana Fever’s latest loss has ignited another storm of controversy after a brutal moment saw Lexie Hull take an elbow to the face during a heated sequence, with no foul called. The incident left Fever fans livid and sparked outrage from Caitlin Clark, who reportedly blasted the “corrupt refereeing” that has plagued the team all season.

Clark, who has never been shy about speaking her mind, was visibly furious on the court as officials let play continue despite Hull being struck in the face and left staggering. Postgame, she did not hold back her emotions, calling out what she described as a pattern of unfair officiating that always seems to work against the Fever. “It’s unbelievable at this point,” Clark said. “Lexie takes a shot to the face, no whistle. But somehow we’re the ones always being called. It doesn’t feel right.”

The moment came at a crucial juncture in the game, with the Fever battling to stay within reach of their opponent. Hull, who had been playing with her usual grit and defensive intensity, went down hard after the elbow but quickly returned to her feet. Fans inside the arena were stunned by the no-call, booing the officials relentlessly. Social media exploded minutes later, with clips of the play going viral and fans accusing the referees of bias.

This isn’t the first time the Fever—and Clark in particular—have been caught in the middle of officiating drama. Since her arrival in the league, Clark has faced unusually physical defense, with opponents seemingly targeting her with hard fouls. Yet, many of those fouls go uncalled, leading to mounting frustration among Fever players and supporters. Clark’s criticism of “corrupt referees” has struck a chord with fans who feel she has not been adequately protected by officials.

Lexie Hull, known for her toughness, downplayed the incident afterward but admitted it was frustrating. “It’s part of the game, but you hope the refs are watching closely in those moments,” she said. “We just want it to be fair. That’s all we ask for.” Her words echoed Clark’s fiery tone but carried the calm frustration of a player used to physical battles.

The WNBA has yet to issue a statement on the controversial play, but the backlash has been immediate and intense. Fans argue that allowing such incidents to go unpunished not only jeopardizes player safety but also undermines the integrity of the league. “If Caitlin Clark wasn’t on the floor, this league wouldn’t even have half the eyes it does right now,” one fan wrote on X. “Protect her, protect Lexie, protect the players—or risk losing the fans.”

Analysts are now weighing in, with some suggesting the Fever are becoming the most targeted team in the WNBA due to Clark’s star power. “Every opponent knows that roughing up Clark disrupts the Fever,” one broadcaster said. “But when the refs don’t enforce the rules consistently, it crosses the line from tough defense into dangerous play.”

As the Fever regroup after the loss, one thing is clear: Caitlin Clark is no longer willing to stay silent about what she views as unfair treatment. Her anger at the officiating—and the viral images of Lexie Hull being elbowed without a call—may put additional pressure on the WNBA to address concerns about player safety and referee accountability.