Another night, another statement in the showdown between the Golden State Valkyries vs. Indiana Fever 💜🛡️ as they face off against each other.
On July 9, under the roaring violet skies of Chase Center, the Golden State Valkyries vs. Indiana Fever game witnessed the Valkyries smothering the Indiana Fever 80-61 and climbing over .500 for the season at 10-9. The Fever dipped to 9-10 — and more importantly, Caitlin Clark dipped again under the Valkyries’ watchful eye.
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Golden State’s defense? Ruthless. Relentless. Resounding.
Clark, in her first game back from a groin injury, was held to just 10 points on 4-of-12 shooting, with 6 assists, 5 rebounds, and 4 turnovers. In Golden State Valkyries vs. Indiana Fever matchups, this wasn’t a one-off — in the June 19 matchup, the Valkyries limited her to 11 points on 3-of-14 and a goose egg from beyond the arc (0-7). Call it a blueprint. Call it Ballhalla’s shield wall. Either way, Golden State has Clark’s number.
🔐 Second Quarter = Shutdown City
The Valkyries outscored Indiana 24-13 in the second, flipping a tight game into a commanding 41-32 halftime lead. Clark was barely a whisper, taking just two shots and finishing the half with five points in 12 minutes.
And when the third quarter hit? Ballhalla doubled down. The Valkyries’ defense came out suffocating — traps, switches, stunts, steals. Indiana had no answers, and Clark? Still searching for daylight against the Golden State Valkyries vs. Indiana Fever defense.
🔥 Balanced Offense, Unified Defense
Golden State didn’t just win — they imposed their will. It was a full-team flex:
- Ball pressure that made Clark uncomfortable from tip to buzzer
- Switch-heavy coverage that denied driving lanes
- And enough offensive firepower to keep the crowd on its feet all night
This wasn’t just a win — it was a message.
Next Up:
Golden State continues its ascent, eyeing a playoff push with one of the league’s stingiest defenses and a team identity forged in grit.
The league’s newest franchise is no longer a surprise. They’re a threat.
