Caitlin Clark’s performance in the Fever’s 113-91 win over the Toronto Tempo was another historic statement. Clark finished the game with 21 points, five rebounds, 14 assists, and a block. While not her most eye-catching stat line by her own lofty standards, it was still a brilliant performance. Notably, the 14 assists are tied for the most by any player in a single game this season, something fans definitely factored in while defending her.

But more significantly, as shared by the Indiana Fever’s official X page, her performance made her the fastest player in WNBA history to record 250+ points and 100+ assists in a single season, reaching the milestone in just 13 games.

But that wasn’t the only record she claimed in the Tempo game. The Fever star also surpassed herself for the second-most assists in a single game in franchise history. What’s more, Clark also recorded her 23rd career double-double. That tied Chelsea Gray for the fourth-most point-assist double-doubles in WNBA History.

As per CBS Sports, it also marked Clark’s 14th career 20-point, 10-assist game. The only player ahead of her? Well, herself. 

While Fever fans celebrated the performance and the records, they made sure the moment served a dual purpose. Rubbing it in the faces of critics who had been loudest during the team’s difficult earlier stretch, they didn’t stop there. Some turned their attention inward, directing pointed criticism at the Fever’s own management, feeling the front office hasn’t always done right by their star player.

Indiana Fever Fans Take Aim at Critics and Front Office After Clark’s Record Night

For some fans, another record-setting Caitlin Clark performance was simply a chance to restate what they have always believed.

“Put the ball in her hands always. Good things tend to happen when she has the ball in her hands. Great win btw. Fever dub 🏆,” one fan said.

For others, however, the win was unquestionably going to come with a side of vindication aimed at the Caitlin Clark doubters who had been loud during the Fever’s rough patch.

“Just for the haters out there, Caitlin’s the fastest to do it. If what you say is true and she’s not great, what does that make the rest of the league? Because not even A’ja has done that lol,” one fan pointedly noted, while another added a mocking tone for good measure: “But… but… haters say she turnovers the ball to get here.. 🤣”

“All while being sabotaged by her entire organization and the league she made relevant,” one fan said.

Another, also echoing the sentiment, wrote, “Now imagine if the league didn’t hate her and the coach knew how to let her cook Iowa style.” 

The Fever are now on a four-game winning streak. This is definitely a moment the fanbase is enjoying to the fullest.