The Indiana Fever (9-14) returned to Gainbridge Fieldhouse for their final home game before the Olympic break.
Facing off against the Phoenix Mercury (12-10), who feature Olympians Kahleah Copper, Brittney Griner, and Diana Taurasi, the Fever aimed for a strong finish.
Throughout the game, Chloe Peterson provided analysis, while we offered scoring updates, highlights, and more.
Final: Fever Halt Mercury Comeback
Kelsey Mitchell extended Indiana’s lead to 92-83 with a 3-pointer at 1:33. Phoenix’s Kahleah Copper made an impressive shot and a free throw to cut the lead to 94-86. Despite this, the Fever maintained their lead to achieve a nine-point win. They had led by 31 at one point but managed to avoid an upset. Caitlin Clark recorded a double-double with 20 points and 13 assists, Aliyah Boston contributed 21 points and 13 rebounds, and NaLyssa Smith added 14 points and 10 rebounds. Kelsey Mitchell led the team with 28 points.
Final Score: Fever 95, Mercury 86
2:34 left 4Q: Fever Break Their Scoreless Streak
NaLyssa Smith ended Indiana’s scoring drought with a basket at 2:55.
Score: Fever 87, Mercury 81
3:39 left 4Q: Mercury Close in on Fever
The Mercury’s 21-4 run has brought them within striking distance. Indiana hasn’t scored in over two minutes.
Score: Fever 85, Mercury 79
5:16 left 4Q: Mercury Narrow Fever’s Lead
Phoenix has reduced Indiana’s lead in the final period to a 16-4 margin.
Score: Fever 85, Mercury 74
8:04 left 4Q: Mercury Start Fourth Quarter Strong
Phoenix started the fourth with a 6-0 run.
Score: Fever 81, Mercury 64
End of 3Q: Fever Dominate Third Quarter
The Fever continued to control the game, with Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston both achieving double-doubles.
Score: Fever 81, Mercury 58
Halftime: Indiana Fever Lead at Half
Indiana holds its largest half-time lead. Caitlin Clark has 15 points and nine assists, with her seven first-quarter assists setting a franchise record. Kelsey Mitchell leads with 17 points.
Score: Fever 55, Mercury 35
3:15 left 2Q: Fever Extend Lead
Caitlin Clark has nine points and eight rebounds.
Score: Fever 42, Mercury 30
5:48 left 2Q: Fever Maintain Lead
NaLyssa Smith hit a 3-pointer to start the quarter, followed by a layup from Caitlin Clark.
Score: Fever 33, Mercury 22
End of 1Q: Fever in Control
After the first quarter, Caitlin Clark had five points, seven assists, and three rebounds, while Kelsey Mitchell had 13 points.
Score: Fever 28, Mercury 16
5:01 left 1Q: Strong Start by Caitlin Clark
Caitlin Clark scored or assisted on all of Indiana’s first 11 points.
Score: Fever 15, Mercury 7
Indiana Fever vs Phoenix Mercury Game Details
Start Time: 7:30 p.m. ET, Friday, July 12, 2024
Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
TV: Ion
Streaming: Fubo (FREE)
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