Caitlin Clark, Temi Fagbenle, Aliyah Boston, Christie Sides - Indiana Fever get FIRST win at LA
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- The Indiana Fever won their first game of the season Friday night in Los Angeles in front of the largest crowd in LA Sparks history: 19,103. Caitlin Clark nearly had a triple-double and she nailed two big deep 3s in the final few minutes - and in front of a Hollywood crowd.
After the win, following their 1-5 start, reporters asked questions to Clark, Temi Fagbenle, Aliyah Boston and head coach Christie Sides at Crypto .com arena during their postgame media availability.
0:00 Clark, Boston, Fagbenle
12:53 Christie Sides
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Very important to note that both Clark and Boston said they stay mentally healthy by staying off social media. Every person could benefit from that plan.
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Exactly I caught that too. Sometimes it's better to take a break and log out for as long as needed.
Thank god! Caitlin probably had her best game and all some people will say is she sucks, only had 11 points! Then when she puts up 30, it’s “what a ball hog, only shoots threes.” Literally can’t win with people on social media so it’s good to know she and Aliyah just stay away from it
Meanwhile Angel Reese…….
I gave up all social media about a year and a half ago, I still watch TH-cam that's it, I'm much happier now more focused and simply get more done,people can live without it. To each their own though, I would still recommend trying it you might be pleasantly surprised as I was
I really like Temi. She has been playing very well.
These past few games have been exceptional for Temi.
I think she and Boston are the glue in this team
Really hope Fever offer her a long -term contract. Read somewhere she is only sign for 1 year. Need to keep her. She & CC have a good connection.
@@shf4592 Agree.She should be starting.
Needs to work on personal fouls think she had like 4 against Liberty and like 4 in this game.
Love the fast pace of Clark and Temi!
Their chemistry is AMAZING!
Wasn't it fun to see Clark LAUNCH a few passes all the way down the court to Temi? 🚀🏀🚀🏀🚀🏀
@@kingskidgirl2 It was thrilling! My 14-year-old daughter is a hooper and a pitcher in baseball and loved them!. She said it was like Caitlin was pitching right over the plate into Temi's hands with a basketball!
Fagbenle is like a gazelle when she closes on the rim in transition.
I noticed Temi the very 1st game!! She is so good & brings energy to the team!! Great player 🔥💯
The Temi and Caitlin chemistry is.AMAZING!!!!
Amazing, hope to see more
Ela deve estar se sentindo estranha sem jogadoras brancas a seu lado.
Yes!!!! I feel like the team is really building chemistry. I loved when they mentioned how when Mitchell was hot CC recognized & fed her ball. Aliyah had a hell of a game too! Wow. Also can’t forget Wallace!
Temi needs to start. High energy....supermodel on top of everything else. Great athlete and person.
Just imagine where it'll be in another month after some actual practices
Love all of these girls. AB is a sweetheart.
Ditto
Caitlyn's fast paced offense is exciting to watch. Her bullet passes are finally being caught. Her amazing 3 ball makes will appear soon.
passing is her best attribute
CC brought me here, but seeing CC, Temi, AB, Mitchell, Wallace, etc. all get better as a TEAM is what's keeping me here!
It wasn't Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. It was the Indiana Fever! Massive team effort.
She is on the Fever so yes, she's include. Temi and AB as well.
I love Clark’s attitude. She is a wonderful example of how to hold yourself to a high standard and work hard but not put yourself down if you aren’t perfect. Such an amazing role model for kids.
Really?,😂
@@bobby12348the throng of fans cheering for her on a road game agree.
@@bobby12348yeah, really
She’s very savvy but literally every team leader in sports knows how to field these type of questions and would answer in a similar way. I agree that she’s a great role model. I just hope kids notice her integrity, ethics, and actions away from the TV cameras. That’s the part that shapes character and cultivates success.
Agreed 💯
Like Temi says on getting open and Caitlin seeing her, 6:26 as the season goes on, it's going to click even more.
Wallace and Mitchell did too. It's catchy
no surprise this performance came after they were able to practice the day before at USC -- their first in a week.
Temi is the GLUE of the team she is clicking wit Clark and im glad Boston got out her slump this game...tbh the Player of the game was Mitchell...nice win though 💯
Só I think Mitchell had a phenomenal game but I think Temi was just as good tonight. It was definitely a team effort but those two were on 🔥
That’s what I like to see, they all played well. We needed everyone’s points even the clutch 3’s from Caitlin. But we needed points from everyone to be in that position. Go FEVER nice team work!
For those worried about her and the pressure, send her love. Love will do more than worry🫶
ABSOLUTELY 💘LOVE YOU CAITLIN CLARK, YOU ARE THE BEST OF THE BEST!
Temi is perfect to play with Caitlin! She runs like the wind down the court and no one seems to be able to catch her. If they do chase her, it’ll open up the court for Caitlin so win win either way. Shes learned EXTREMELY quickly how to anticipate the pass coming at all times, and the effort is there on every single play. Pulls down the passes like a receiver and can finish. Absolutely ideal teammate! Never heard her speak till just now and she also has a lovely personality and I love her comments ❤ TEAM TEMI!!
And, side note, she’s knock-out beautiful.
@@JP-pz5zhsupermodel.....
I Agee with both of there texts. It was so great to see all three of them smile! Gotta love on AB she is just a sweetheart.
Remarkable chemistry so early. Loved the answers from both about it already
Temi, Mitchell and Boston were the stars of this game! Well done!
Mitchell hit some huge baskets in the 2nd half that brought the Fever back.
That’s ok, it’s a team game
Congratulations Fever Great Win
They like each other!
They don't it's a job 😂
@@bobby12348What, you don't like any of your coworkers? Yes, it's their job, but they can also be work friends! ☺️
@@bobby12348your slow
Yes they like each other I see it ❤
@@johncherks9116youre*
Boston came to play finally, nice to see her start to get back to her bad self.
I’m glad she’s off social media, & locked in!
Finally is correct
No the coach played around her bigs instead of running plays around CC. This is what made Boston the rookie of the year last year .
This just proves this offense is built around Boston, not CC
I know she would. They ladies have to come in in great shape. Which over sea players are but Boston came in alittle out of shape. She got her.lungs now
@@amyrutledge5094 AB was not out of shape I wish people would stop saying this 🤦🏾♂️
Looks like a weight lifted off their shoulders. Hopefully this leads to playing more free and winning a lot of games
for sure. They've been hungry for No. 1 -- and were close the last two games
I’m so glad someone asked them about their mental health @9:26. I really hope they stick together & tune out the outside noise.
Same ❤
thoughtful response from both too
Congrats on getting that 1st win.
I love Temi's game!
Me too. So fun to watch, and her hustle is unreal.
all about team. I appreciate that. Fluid, runs the floor, good hands, finishes, praises teammates.
Caitlin is a true leader.
I have mentioned in past comments that when Cc starts earning the respect of her teammates, that’s when the team will hand the team over to her. I think this game is showing that her teammates are starting to gain respect for her.
Her character is impeccable!!!
Every game the Fevers win will not be because they handed it over to CC. This team will contunie to win not only because they have a GOAT among them, but because each one of them are excellent players and have learned exponentially how to win as a team.
Agreed!! Tonight she really proved that she's super happy to pass the ball to her teammates; they don't have to be afraid of Caitlin having her hands on the ball a lot, because they're gonna get it back; she's not gonna hog it. Especially when her shots aren't falling as well as she and we all would like, she's gonna focus on those phenomenal dimes, and her teammates are gonna benefit. They'll see that spirit and that generosity. It won't be long before her team trusts her as much as her team in Iowa did.
I think Temi really put her finger on it, people KNOW when they themselves are open, but it’s awesome when the point guard can see it so easily which isn’t always common. And let’s be honest, those bounce passes have been improving game by game and tonight many were phenomenal, the team members need to trust she’ll see them and know the timing. I noticed the Sparks were decidedly not a bounce pass team and the difference was stark for me.
Hand the team? It's already her team, she is the star point guard. Magic Johnson. She had a Magic Johndon stat line
I love seeing Caitlin happy, from LA ☄️🔥🔥
I loved seeing all of them smiling, great win ladies
for sure. They were all smiling and enjoying this one
The media needed to bring the first 4 questions to Boston and Temi. I love CC The Effect but Boston was the bomb in this game , she was so smooth, so poised and the center of the win. She is a Christian and isn't ashamed to not only say it, but walk the narrow path. That is the highest compliment I can give her. . All of the Fevers lineup scored double digits. CC was great with her assists, her rebounds, her incredible defense and those two 3's in the 4th quarter. Congratulations Fevers. Mark my words, the Fevers will be in the playoffs.
I’m not sure how her being a Christian helps or hinders her game. I’m not a Christian and I can see today was a good day for her. And I’m happy for her.
These are the Pros. Not a girls basketball camp. There is BILLIONS of dollars riding on Caitlin. Amazon bet big on 2025 to get WNBA streaming rights.
The new money and new sellout crowds did not materialize when Boston was drafted. It materialized when Caitlin was drafted.
Don't cry for Boston. Because if she continues to play well the salary cap will be huge next year thanks to new money. So Boston will be well compensated.
They are public figures so being a Christian makes her a good role model. Family values are missing in this culture in America so even though I wouldn't consider myself a Christian it's still good to see. Honestly I'm getting really tired of activists. It's a little bizarre how having morels and integrity is almost taboo these days.
@@RaggedAdam I’m not sure if it is only being affiliated to one faith or another is what makes you moral and with integrity. I am an atheist and yet I believe I am moral , honest and with integrity. And am not an activist for anything other than the above. Having said that I understand what you are saying.
Proud of the first win! Keep growing together! 🙏
Congratulations! Love these three together 💙💛
Fever won because Caitlin Clark played her best overall game in doing whatever she had to do to help her team win
OMG
Fever won because of Boston, Tem, and Mitchell, they did all the scoring to keep it close and overcame a 11pt deficit, CC was cold as ice 0-7 from 3pt and 4-14 overall, thank gosh she hit her last two 3’s but the credit should go elsewhere
What over all game she played no better than her bench players, Temi #14.
She had 5 points until the late 4th with 10 rebounds. 10 rebounds as a point that sad that tells me she more concerned bout rebounds instead of getting up court to score. She barely had 7 assist when her teammates put those same numbers. CC fans will call them trash and says CC is the only one scoring.
@@EricD-pj4wpshe led the team in rebounds and assists shit head. There is more to a game than scoring
@@gobigtransportation7047me too. It was one good team playing that game. We need double points from at least 4 scorers. We don’t care who has them as long as they do.
I like the questions about mental health. My Son plays college baseball and I'm constantly worried about that part of his life. Sports is one thing, but keeping your mental state on track is more important. Balance is so important.
Thoughtful answers from both too
Love these girls! What class. Their attitude is impressive. No arrogance. ❤ Go Fever.
Good luck Saturday night. I’ll be watching.
Clark better hit more shots vs the Aces or they will get blown out the gym. Ijs
@@bpraise517 not only Caitlin. This Team needs to hit all their shots. Why do think only Clark? Iowa win their game as a Team.
According to some of you CC fans she’s the only one on the team, they don’t care about anyone else.
@@EricD-pj4wp dude I care about all these ladies
@@EricD-pj4wpaccording to you cc haters Caitlin gets no credit for the wins and all the blame for the losses. You blacks are so sensitive about a white girl actually making the league watchable
Finally this team had some chemistry
They had chemistry because the coach played around her bigs instead of CC
Thats what Czinano and Hannah said you should be ready all the time because Caitlin knows they will be in that position before they knew it. She made her teammates showed their skills because of her assists.
Great game Boston
That’s so funny (and awesome) to hear that Aliyah is the one who tells Coach to calm down before the game. 😂😂
Aliyah. How wonderful to hear who you go to for your peace. Needless to say. I had no idea. And good for you for getting off the social media and putting your focus where it needed to be.
you gotta do what you gotta do. Well done.
Teammates right there folks 😎🖖
Before this game her fans was calling them trash
Great game!
Started watching WNBA because of Caitlin and became a Temi FAn.
Awesome. Great to have you
Came for Clark stayed for Mitchell 😂
Mitchell is a scorer!!!!
@@perryellis1423 and her and Clark going forward will be special
@@hilliarddillepree7717 but the coach doesn't realize it, so who knows maybe when they get a new coach
@@perryellis1423do you realize they don’t get to practice together…they are getting better as a Team
@@arlandiscoleman5921 no excuses, I see so many mistakes this coach is already making for example.
Temi #14 needs to start with Boston,
Mitchell needs to start with Clark, why ?
Because Mitchell and Temi can play with pace to support Clark, the fever problem is the get down early in games and have to fight to get back in the game with who?
Mitchell and Temi, so why not start those two and start with the lead or at least not be down by double digits like they have been all season. Coach sides needs a offensive coordinator for this team or just hire a new coach altogether.
IF Sides is FIRED and these girls take over, they KNOW how to win. Also, LESS MEDIA for Clark and AB!
They really needed this ❤
They’re finally catching her passes! It’s exciting!
game-changing too
Let's go Temi!
Good question about mental health. I am sorry they have so many bad comments etc on internet.
thoughtful answers too. They didn't sidestep them. Very good
If they keep playing like this, they will win a lot more games.
Might even go over 50% wins
@@kentuckylucky5762 they would be if sides wasn’t a bad coach
They should have 3 wins already
@@Sokkatrades Head Coach just is not her position.
@@myapatterson8228no they shouldn’t. There’s no way they were beating NY or the Sun. Tell me you never watched the WNBA before this season without telling me.
This is the best press conference for a professional sports team I have ever seen. Genuine, professional, kind, complimentary teammates that actually care about each other and growing together. So much different than most male professional athletes that are self absorbed and barely say anything.
very impressive, right? So many good things came from this postgame
Yes! These Women are real competitors and athletes and there is something more real & genuine about them.
Cailin, the real Queen of basketball!!!
Congratulations Indiana Fever that is how you shut the haters down and to build confidence within yourself, now every game ya’ll play build this win as a foundation for more wins to come in games, continue building ya’ll confidence, connections and discipline and defense and offense then ya’ll will be fine once again go Fever💙💛💙💛💙💛
They won cause the coach they wants fired went back to her game plan playing around her bigs instead of CC
ok this is the line up you run imo:
1- CC
2- Mitchell
3- Smith
4- Fagbenle
5- Boston
A GREAT postgame interview with three wonderful young women!
absolutely. Great role models -- and you can see their growth
10 RBs for a point guard!!!!......has that ever been done before????
I think Jason Kidd did back in his day.
For the men. Kidd, Fat Lever and Westbrook. For the women I don’t know
Such great team playing!!!! 💪🏻 👏 🎉
The chemistry with these three is awesome! The sweetest love! I could listen to Fagbenle talk for an hour with that sweet French accent ❤️
Together forever! 😃
she is fantastic. Only been with the team for three weeks and already arguably the best teammate
Nice, chemistry is starting to open up
Love the way tami and clark and aliyah did great proud of her
Salute to Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell great game. Salute to the Fever
they sure did. Praise to go all around
Aliyah and Temi are so cute. Love the toughness wrapped in humility.
Temi is a great addition.Chemisry is important on any team.You need Clark with her perimeter game and passing,you need Boston and her paint scoring,defense,rebounding and screen setting.You need Smith and her scoring and help in the paint on both ends.Temi brings many role playing skills and great for getting out on transition while Boston is more of your half court.Mitchell can heat up on scoring at any point.The key is chemisry.One woman shows are don't win.And these ladies understand.These ladies will be fine.They just played 5 games.And your two top players,Boston and Clark have come from two different programs with two different styles.And they are trying to change a franchise that never recovered from the retirement of Tamika Catchings years ago.Good win tonight.This team will get better.I know it.But chemistry is the key.
Temi you are the
new “GLUE”
Fever
go get the Aces tomorrow!
For the last t3 games she was the x factor but they kept giving CC all the credit when Temi and the bench play was the reason they did well in the last 3 game giving the 20 point s a game which is huge
Lets gooo fever. I'm a new WNBA fan. I live in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. I'm all in on Indiana. My family has watched every game so far, and our house blew up on the teams first win. Congratulations ladies, let's get the next one.
Welcome~! great to have you
A wider view or the camera angled toward the person talking and not just a close up of CC’s face all the time would be preferable.
I second the resolution.
Agree. I thought that but than I thought maybe this is someone personally recording on a cell phone and posting it. I can't imagine mainstream media coverage doing this😮😂
Sorry, that was just the setup over a computer.
@@ScottAgness thanks
I kinda wish Caitlin would give shoutouts to individual teammates a bit more.... like giving Mitchell credit for all her 3s when Caitlin couldn't get them in, or Samuelson's defense which was incredible tonight. Her teammates had some great takeaways. So instead of saying "I'm proud of myself for....", I hope she starts saying "I'm proud I did ...., but I'm extremely proud of Boston having a great game tonight" or something like that
And the bench players that kept those games close.
Agreed, and I'm a CC fan too. So much media pressure on her, but she'll get better at this, I think.
Yeah, Mitchell and Samuelson made huge contributions!
If you listened to the Coach portion of this press conference, Sikes stated that when CC comes into the huddle she is asking what play can we run so that I can get the ball to Mitchell (or whomever is hot). She knows who is hot at that moment and she wants to make sure that they get the ball. So her passing skills are a big portion of why those players are touching the ball and ultimately scoring.
@@wealthshare4u I am not saying anything bad about her at all. She and Kate Martin are why I started watching WNBA. I'm just saying that I've seen Caitlin do a few of the press things after games, and that though the questions are usually about her, that she throws in a few more compliments towards her teammates at those times. I've heard her say after every game what she did that game that she's been proud of, but I hope she expands her answer to what she's proud that a specific player or two did during the game. I've heard her say "I'm proud of myself for.....", but I hope she starts saying "You know, I'm really proud of myself for ...... this game, but I'm also thrilled that ...... was swishing threes tonight". You get what I'm saying now?
Omg I love Fagbenle so much! All three of these ladies really. So proud of AB tonight! They really hussled & worked for this win!
Temi is so damn impressive. I can't say that enough
@@ScottAgness she’s so funny too, she said something like “I just run and hope she knows I’m open” lol the chemistry is there. CC literally throws a dagger all the way down to Temi and she followed through!!! So fast, so smart, I agree with you can’t say enough good things about her.
Man, I could listen to Temi all day. What a fabulous player she’s been for them this season.
Me too. She's special
TAM rocks. Boston screen Clark's epic 3's, Tem recieve/shoot Clark's epic assists - ALL DAY LONG!!!!
2 assists from her first triple double. Solid game, Cait.
Temi is my Queen…fell in ❤️ with Clark 1st but Temi has become my Queen ⭐️
Same!
they're a great pairing
@@ScottAgness they have created a great chemistry…you can easily see it each game growing and growing…they are getting their…starting to build that team chemistry and gel…Temi is going to be this team’s glue…like how Kate was the glue for Iowa!
This team was feeling the pressure to win. So happy for them !
absolutely. One win can do wonders
Love these ladies ❤
Congratulations to the Indiana Fever. Congratulations to u C C your an awesome basketball player
They need to get the microphone to the reporters so we can understand what they're asking.
The key to the win, Boston played better. CC has contributed in all six games and they lost 5 games. My observation was that Boston needs to pick up her game for the Fever to win. Boston did that last night.
I agree.
I knew the Indiana Fever would win, because the Los Angeles Sparks haven’t been playing well in my opinion and figured they would be the one team the Fever could beat.
Aliyah Boston mentioned couch coaches, and she’s correct. I don’t pretend to be one either; however, based on observation as well, AB is the one key factor, rather if they win or not. It appears she needs to put up big numbers and rebounding. It seemed clearly obvious.
These platforms are designed to voice OPINIONS not FACTS. Should they be a little less harsh, ABSOLUTELY. AB turning her social media off was the best thing for her. Some people can go from critical, to criticize, to cruelty.
Hopefully, the Fever can maintain that same level of intensity. They play the defending champions next, the Las Vegas Aces. I hear Coach Bluder, former Iowa coach, will be there. Kate Martin is on the Aces team.
At least the comments are congratulations ALL of the team and not just Clark
Ok ladies, congrats!
Coach Sides, Congrats! Look forward to seeing your team grow.
Your enthusiasm on how you said you cannot wait to show the players the film and the success they had on the court tonight shows how you want YOUR players to succeed. No doubt!
I always said in life or in business. Lord just let me see a win. A small win is fine. Just one to show myself and the team there is light at the end of the tunnel. Gives everybody the hunger, energy and positivity(word?) to go to the next level.
I am from Pittsburgh, so we do not have a team, but hopefully, someday! Hopefully, I will travel to see a game someday, but I probably would not find tickets anyway!
Best to you all and the league.
These young ladies really seem to have a connection and like each other. They are having fun and I think they are going to do just fine.
Clark was looking up at the rafters, looking at all those legendary jerseys I knew she was inspired
Scott, would like to thank you for the fast uploads and consistent content
you are welcome. Thanks for the note and for watching.
Well done fever! I’m so happy for you all 🎉
I'm a huge fan of CC! I can't wait till she learns to include her teammates more in the discussion. Yes they asked CC the question but answer it and include your teammate on the question by asking it to them too When I tell you the team will love her for it and they will click at the next level.
It's not on her to ask her teammates questions. They all are pros and simply answering when asked.
Like everything else that she's doing, she's doing it on the fly. You can see the mutual respect that they have for each other. C.C. is humble, and very astute. I have faith that she will improve in her interview dialogues regarding her teammates. She's too humble not to. So refreshing to see a star athlete that is so well spoken, and gracious in victory, and humble in defeat. Looks like she's growing on her teammates.
If you haven't read books on leadership the concept will be new to you but when she does it in the future you'll notice the shift it has on everyone 😉.
Boston had a great game. The camera should be on Boston when she is talking, Not Caitlin's fault.
Clark & Mitchell were fire! Add Boston being Boston & LOOK OUT!!!!! Core 3 developing serious chemistry. Told folk now fancy this: Imagine as the season goes on, then finally an off season for CC, then season 2? Watch!!!!
Let's not forget Temi. She was fire too!
We all have our favorites, but this was a team win. Go Fever! Take down the Aces today!
So excited about the win !!
Go Aliyah!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾
Glad Boston is back on her game.
I love how sweet CC is and how she is so conscientious of her teammates. I wish the reporters would also focus on the other team members, when they are interviewing. It would help them feel the impact they make as a team. That said, she's precious and I'd dare to say exceptional. But growing up with brother and playing with other young men as a youngster is what probably prepped her for this journey. God bless her and her team...I've got the CC fever!!! 🏀🏀🏀 WTG CC!!!
Lets double-down the W in Vegas❕
So nice to see them HAPPY❤
a huge monkey off their back getting a win after two straight close games.
If Caitlin's teammates love and support her we will love and support them!
Kinda weird thing to say. Just support the team period, no?
@@TorEtCetera No came to watch her! If her teammates support her I will like watching them. If they are against her then I could care less about them.
CAME FOR CLARK & STAYED FOR CLARK 😅 blessings to THE FEVER in JESUS mighty name 😊😊
Congrats on the first win ladies!!!! I love watching the progress ❤
FYI: Can’t hear many of the reporter’s questions. 🙁. Great exciting game Fever! So fun to watch!
Understood. It's all from Zoom. Fortunate to have anything, but yes, it could be better.
GO AB!!! LEAN into faith!!!!
The Fever has some incredibly talented players. So fun watching then coalesce with Caitlin ❤
Basic plays in basketball: don’t let the other team get offensive rebounds, contest / limit 3pts. Shots by other team, learn to block / stop driving lays ups lastly box out don’t let the other team linger inside the paint
im so happy for boston...top me, she looks prettier than reece...boston has the wholesome woman like look about her...and her character is beautiful...im hoping she can keep up double digit games
Why does someone's appearance have to come into your comment? Do you make the same judgements about male basketball players?
This is the most unnecessary, irrelevant comment. Angel Reese is not even in the building. Not even in the conversation so why do you feel the need to tear her down? It’s pathetic and you are awful.
“Couch Coaches” Ha, that’s a great term. Never heard that before.
The closer their games were,, I knew a win was coming, keep going team..
for sure. Especially against a lighter opponent. Just an awful schedule to start.
This was a great interview!
key player in that game was temi