The Indiana Fever secured a commanding 92-75 victory over the Seattle Storm, thanks to standout performances from multiple players. Kelsey Mitchell led the team with 27 points, while Caitlin Clark contributed 23 points and nine assists.
Lexie Hull played a crucial role, especially in the fourth quarter, where she scored 12 of her career-high 22 points. This win marked a significant achievement for the Fever, who have been improving their performance as the season progresses.
Caitlin Clark made history by breaking the WNBA rookie assist record, previously held by Ticha Penicheiro since 1998. Clark, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 draft, has been on a hot streak, scoring at least 20 points in five of her last six games. She’s been a key player for the Fever, averaging 23.7 points and 11.7 assists per game over her recent stretch, showcasing her importance to the team’s success.
Mitchell and Hull were particularly efficient in their scoring, with Mitchell making 10 of 19 shots and five 3-pointers, while Hull shot 8-of-10 from the field, including six 3-pointers. Aliyah Boston also contributed significantly, grabbing 15 rebounds and nearly securing a triple-double with nine points and eight assists. This balanced effort from multiple players was crucial in overpowering the Storm.
The game remained competitive until the fourth quarter, where Indiana pulled away with a decisive 14-5 run. Seattle’s Jewell Loyd briefly cut the lead to one point, but Indiana responded with a barrage of 3-pointers, particularly from Hull, who hit crucial back-to-back 3s. The Fever extended their lead to 90-71, effectively sealing the win with just over two minutes remaining.
Despite strong individual performances from Seattle’s Jewell Loyd, Skylar Diggins-Smith, and Nneka Ogwumike, the team struggled overall, shooting just 38.9% from the field.
Indiana, on the other hand, has shown significant improvement, winning four of their last five games and matching their win total from the previous season with 12 games left. The Fever are on an upward trajectory as they approach the final stretch of the regular season.
