Lexie Hull Left Bloodied After Physical Sequence Involving Alyssa Thomas During Fever vs. Mercury Game
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Key Points:
- Alyssa Thomas was involved in a controversial midplay elbow to the nose on Lexie Hull during the Indiana Fever vs. Phoenix Mercury game, which was reviewed by officials and ruled as a legal basketball play.
- The incident occurred with 8 minutes left in the third quarter, leading to Thomas making two free throws and contributing to the Mercury's temporary 10-point lead before the Fever rallied to win the game.
- Unlike a previous uncalled foul by Thomas on Caitlin Clark that sparked online harassment, reactions to this incident have been relatively mild, though some commentators criticized the officiating.
- Lexie Hull, who has a history of enduring physical plays, returned to the game despite the injury and did not score after the incident, while the Fever ultimately secured a road victory.
- The game highlighted ongoing physicality in the WNBA and the Fever's resilience in overcoming tough moments to claim a win.
