The Indiana Fever earned their fourth victory in their past five games by knocking off the visiting Seattle Storm 92-75 Sunday.
Lexie Hull scores a career-high 22 points on 6-of-7 3-point shooting to add punch to the familiar output of Kelsey Mitchell (27 points, 5 3s) and Caitlin Clark (23). Aliyah Boston adds 9 points, 15 rebounds and 8 assists.
The Fever miss their first 6 3-point tries but finish 15-of-31.
Indiana (13-15) prevents a season sweep by Seattle and has won four of its past five games – all against teams ahead of it in the WNBA standings − to match its victory total from last season.
Jewell Loyd scores 26 points for Seattle, Skylar Diggins-Smith adds 15 and Nneka Ogwumike 14 with 9 rebounds and 4 steals.
Caitlin Clark scored 23 points with 9 assists, 5 rebounds and 2 blocked shots. Clark has scored at least 20 points in five of her past six games. Clark makes 3-of-10 3-pointers.
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WNBA Record-Breaking Performance
The Indiana Fever had an impressive showing against the Phoenix Mercury on Friday in their first game back from the Olympic break, completing a season sweep of the Mercury with a 98-89 victory. Now, rookie Caitlin Clark and the Fever are looking to avoid the same fate.
The Seattle Storm will go for the season sweep over the Fever on Sunday after winning the first three matchups this season. They last faced off in Seattle in late June, when the Storm defeated the Fever 89-77. Indiana, however, has been on a roll since the loss and has picked up five wins in its last eight games.
Every win counts for the Fever in the WNBA playoff picture. Indiana currently sits in seventh place at 12-15 with 13 games remaining, while the Storm are comfortably in fourth place in the standings at 17-9 with 14 games remaining.
The Road to a Playoff Berth
The Fever are seeking their first playoff berth since 2016. They have struggled mightily since finishing with a .500 record (17-17) that season.
- 2017: 9-25
- 2018: 6-28
- 2019: 13-21
- 2020: 6-16
- 2021: 6-26
- 2022: 5-31
The Fever are 13-15 and in seventh place in the WNBA standings.
Breaking Records and Making History
The Indiana Fever are a team that has been on the rise. They are now 13-15 and in seventh place in the WNBA standings. They have won four of their last five games, all against teams ahead of them in the standings. This is a huge improvement from last season when they only won 13 games in the entire season. The Fever are making a push for the playoffs, and they are doing it with a rookie sensation in Caitlin Clark.
Clark has been breaking records all season long. She has already surpassed the WNBA record for most assists in a season by a rookie. She did this in just her 28th game. She also holds the record for most assists in a season by a rookie in Fever history. But Clark is not just making history; she is also making a huge impact on the Fever's offense. She is averaging 17.6 points, 8.3 assists, and 5.8 rebounds per game.
A Balanced Offensive Attack
The Fever have a balanced offensive attack. In addition to Clark, they have a number of other players who can score. Kelsey Mitchell is a veteran player who can put up points in a hurry. She led the Fever in scoring with 27 points against the Storm. Lexie Hull also had a big game, scoring a career-high 22 points. Aliyah Boston is a young player who is starting to develop into a star. She had 9 points, 15 rebounds, and 8 assists against the Storm.
A Strong Defensive Effort
The Fever's defense is also a major reason for their success. They are holding their opponents to 80.9 points per game, which is the fourth-lowest in the WNBA. They are also doing a good job of forcing turnovers. They are averaging 14.2 turnovers per game, which is the sixth-highest in the WNBA.
A Bright Future Ahead
The Fever are a team with a bright future. They have a young core of talented players, and they are starting to figure out how to win. With Clark leading the way, the Fever could be a force to be reckoned with in the WNBA for years to come.
The Next Game: A Chance for Another Victory
The Fever will have a chance to continue their winning ways on Sunday when they host the Seattle Storm. The Storm are a tough opponent, but the Fever are playing with a lot of confidence. They are looking to sweep the season series against the Storm, after losing the first three games. If they can do that, it would be a huge step forward for them.
Key Takeaways
The Indiana Fever are a team on the rise. They are led by a rookie sensation in Caitlin Clark, and they have a balanced offensive attack and a strong defense. They are making a push for the playoffs, and they have a bright future ahead of them.
The Future is Now
The Indiana Fever are a team to watch in the WNBA. They are playing with a lot of confidence, and they are led by a rookie sensation in Caitlin Clark. With a balanced offensive attack and a strong defense, they are making a push for the playoffs. The future is bright for the Indiana Fever, and they are poised to be a force in the WNBA for years to come.
