The Indiana Fever secured a convincing 92-75 victory against the Seattle Storm in a game that featured standout performances from Caitlin Clark, Lexie Hull, and Kelsey Mitchell. The trio of guards led the Fever to victory with each player scoring over 20 points, with Mitchell leading the way with a game-high 27 points.
Clark, a rookie sensation, continued her impressive run of form by recording her fifth 20-point game in the last six games. She finished the game with 23 points, including three made 3-point field goals. Clark also made history by becoming the franchise rookie leader in made 3-point field goals with 78 this season. Additionally, she dished out nine assists, breaking the all-time rookie record for assists with 232. Clark’s stat line also included five rebounds, two blocks, and one steal.
Hull, coming off the bench, had a career night with a career-high 22 points. She was particularly lethal from beyond the arc, making a career-high six 3-point field goals, including a perfect 4-of-4 shooting in the final quarter. Mitchell, the team’s leading scorer, added 27 points on efficient shooting, including 5-of-8 from 3-point range. Mitchell also contributed on the defensive end with three steals, two rebounds, and one block.
The Fever’s dominant performance was highlighted by their offensive output, as they scored over 90 points for the fourth time in their last five games. After a tight first quarter, Indiana took control in the second quarter with a strong run to close out the half with a one-point lead. The teams traded baskets in the third quarter, but a decisive 17-6 run in the final quarter sealed the win for the Fever.
In addition to their scoring prowess, the Fever outperformed the Storm in several key areas, including bench points, paint points, fast break points, and rebounding. Aliyah Boston, the Fever’s center, had a standout performance with a season-high 15 rebounds, coming close to a triple-double with her contributions across the stat sheet.
For the Seattle Storm, Jewell Loyd and Skylar Diggins-Smith led the scoring with 26 and 15 points, respectively. Nneka Ogwumike and Ezi Magbegor also made significant contributions, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Fever’s balanced attack.
Looking ahead, the Fever will face the Minnesota Lynx in their next game, aiming to build on their recent success and continue their push for a playoff spot. The team’s strong performance against the Storm showcased their potential and ability to compete with the top teams in the league. With players like Clark, Hull, and Mitchell leading the way, the Fever are a team to watch as the season progresses.