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Former NBA doctor warns of dire consequences for Caitlin Clark if hard contact issues continue
Thursday, July 2, 2026
A former Philadelphia 76ers physician stated that continued hard contact in games involving Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark could result in serious injury. The doctor referenced an incident in which Las Vegas Aces player Alyssa Thomas made contact with Clark's throat during a game. The physician did not identify additional specific incidents but indicated that repeated contact of that nature presents medical risks.
