Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever capped off their three-game West Coast trip with a hard-fought 94-86 victory against the Seattle Storm on Tuesday, June 24. This win was a much-needed bounce back for the Fever after suffering through a two-game losing streak against the Las Vegas Aces and the expansion Golden State Valkyries earlier in the week.
Despite a lackluster performance from Clark, who managed to score only six points on 3-for-13 shooting, her teammates stepped up significantly. Aliyah Boston was the standout of the night, leading the Fever with a game-high 31 points, while Kelsey Mitchell contributed 26 points, shooting an impressive 5-for-7 from beyond the arc. Lexie Hull and Damiris Dantas also added to the scoring, both reaching double digits with 15 and 10 points respectively.
The Fever built a solid lead of 19 points in the fourth quarter, showcasing their resilience after earlier games where they let leads slip away. In a dramatic turn, the Storm rallied late to close the gap, but Indiana’s defense was able to hold them off and secure the victory.
The Fever, now at a 7-7 record, are set to return to Gainbridge Fieldhouse to take on the Los Angeles Sparks on Thursday, June 26. The Fever’s upcoming games will be crucial as they seek to climb the ranks in the WNBA standings.
Notably, DeWanna Bonner, a key player for the Fever, remains sidelined due to personal reasons; it has been confirmed she will miss her fifth consecutive game. However, amidst these challenges, Caitlin Clark has found ways to inspire her teammates, which is evident in the upbeat energy of the team’s performance.
As fans eagerly anticipate the next matchup, there is hope that the Fever can continue this momentum and build off their recent win, solidifying their position in the league moving forward. The collaborative spirit shown in this game could serve as a launching point for greater success in the season ahead.