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Engelbert Suspends Thomas, Faces GOP Probe Over Clark Bullying

7/15/2026

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Commissioner Cathy Engelbert suspended Alyssa Thomas for a game, imposed a Flagrant 2 penalty and a $1,000 fine after Commissioner Adam Silver urged action.
House Republicans sent Engelbert a letter threatening scrutiny over alleged Caitlin Clark bullying.
Critics note Engelbert has not attended an Indiana Fever game since Clark arrived, implying she avoids favoring star.
Thomas received death threats, prompting Engelbert to be booed at Barclays Center while presenting Commissioner’s Cup.

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Story summary

Commissioner Cathy Engelbert suspended Alyssa Thomas for a game, imposed a Flagrant 2 penalty and a $1,000 fine after Commissioner Adam Silver urged action.
House Republicans sent Engelbert a letter threatening scrutiny over alleged Caitlin Clark bullying.
Critics note Engelbert has not attended an Indiana Fever game since Clark arrived, implying she avoids favoring star.
Thomas received death threats, prompting Engelbert to be booed at Barclays Center while presenting Commissioner’s Cup.