Both teams enter the contest as two of the league’s top offensive units. The Sparks are averaging 85.5 points per game, ranking third in the league, while the Fever follow closely behind at 85.1 points per game, good for fourth. Over their last ten games, scoring has been prolific on both sides—Los Angeles leads the WNBA in this stretch with 91.8 points per game, and Indiana isn’t far back with 89.3.
The Sparks are led by Azura Stevens, who recently posted a double-double with 21 points and 12 rebounds in an 89-87 win over the Fever on July 5 (Sparks 89-87 Fever (Jul 5, 2025) Final Score). Kelsey Plum has also been in top form, averaging 20.3 points per game this season and scoring at least 20 points in 16 of 26 appearances, including their previous meetings with Indiana. Dearica Hamby and Rickea Jackson have consistently contributed, ranking among the league’s top 15 scorers over the last 10 games.
Indiana continues to compete without star guard Caitlin Clark, who remains sidelined with injury. Head coach Stephanie White recently provided an update on Clark’s rehab, noting progress but no set return date (Fever coach Stephanie White gives update on Caitlin Clark injury, possible return). In Clark’s absence, Aari McDonald has stepped up, averaging 12.1 points and posting double-digit scoring in four of her last seven starts. Kelsey Mitchell is another key contributor, with 20.6 points per game over her last ten.
Defensively, both teams have struggled. The Sparks have allowed 90.1 points per game over the last ten, the highest in the league, while the Fever have surrendered 83.9. This trend points toward another high-scoring affair.
Historically, the recent matchups have been close and competitive. On June 26, the Sparks defeated the short-handed Fever 85-75 behind 23 points from Azura Stevens and 21 from Kelsey Plum (Sparks 85-75 Fever (Jun 26, 2025) Final Score).
Given the offensive firepower and defensive vulnerabilities on both sides, another fast-paced, high-scoring game is expected. The Sparks enter the matchup with a slight edge at home, but the Fever have shown resilience even without their star guard. Fans can expect an exciting contest between two of the WNBA’s most dynamic teams.