From the opening tip, Indiana played with a sense of urgency and unity, setting the pace with sharp ball movement and suffocating defense. Kelsey Mitchell was nothing short of spectacular, pouring in 32 points and providing the offensive firepower that kept the Fever ahead. With Clark sidelined, it was Mitchell who seized the spotlight, weaving through defenders and draining clutch shots as the game tightened in the final minutes.
The Wings, fighting to avoid a season sweep, leaned on the brilliance of Paige Bueckers, who continued her scoring tear by dropping 20+ points for the fourth straight matchup against Indiana. Bueckers, the Wings’ leading scorer, showcased her signature flair and resilience, but Dallas struggled to match Indiana’s tempo and defensive discipline. Despite the efforts of Myisha Hines-Allen and Arike Ogunbowale, the Wings could not bridge the gap, undone by a lower assist rate and a defense that cracked under Indiana’s relentless attacks.
Indiana’s depth was on full display, with Aliyah Boston and Natasha Howard anchoring the paint and gobbling up rebounds, while Lexie Hull and Aari McDonald provided timely contributions on both ends. The Fever’s recent dominance—winning five straight at home and covering the spread in every encounter with Dallas this season—demonstrates a team on the rise, even in the absence of their star rookie.
With this win, Indiana not only completed the sweep but also reinforced their credentials as a force in the WNBA’s Eastern Conference. Their ability to adapt and thrive without Caitlin Clark is a testament to the team’s chemistry and coaching. For Dallas, the road woes continue, and the Wings will need to regroup if they hope to challenge the league’s elite down the stretch.
As the WNBA season barrels toward its climax, the Fever’s tenacity and the Wings’ fighting spirit ensure that every contest between these two rivals is a must-watch. For fans, the echoes of tonight’s battle will linger—a reminder that in the heart of summer, the drama of basketball burns as brightly as ever.