The Indiana Fever put on one of their strongest performances of the season, cruising past the Seattle Storm 95–75 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. With this win, Indiana not only completed a season sweep of Seattle but also climbed to sixth place in the WNBA standings, bolstering their playoff hopes with just six games left in the regular season.
Boston Leads the Charge
Aliyah Boston was unstoppable in the paint, dropping 27 points and grabbing 9 rebounds, cementing her status as the Fever’s cornerstone. Boston’s performance also pushed her past 1,000 career rebounds, making her the quickest player in Fever history to reach the mark – a clear sign of her dominance so early in her WNBA career.
Supporting Boston’s dominance, Odyssey Sims poured in 22 points while Kelsey Mitchell added 21, ensuring the Fever’s offense never lost its rhythm. Mitchell’s performance was historic in its own right, as she set a new franchise record for most points in a single season (787 and counting).
The Fever also owned the glass, out-rebounding Seattle 42–21, which proved decisive in limiting the Storm’s second-chance opportunities.
A Simplified Strategy That Worked
Head coach Stephanie White has repeatedly emphasized clarity and simplicity during this injury-plagued stretch. Against the Storm, the strategy paid off. Indiana thrived on sharp passing, tireless work on the boards, and a locked-in defensive approach.
The result? A game where the Fever never looked rattled, despite missing key players, including superstar rookie Caitlin Clark, who sat out her 16th straight contest with a groin injury.
Seattle Falls Behind in Playoff Race
For Seattle, this loss was costly. Now 20-19, the Storm slipped below Indiana in the standings. With just a handful of games left, every matchup feels like a mini-playoff, and dropping head-to-head tiebreakers could haunt them when seeding is finalized.
Caitlin Clark Stays in Headlines – Off the Court
Though off the court, Caitlin Clark’s presence still plays a defining role in the Fever’s journey. This week, she announced a landmark Nike partnership, becoming the brand’s newest signature athlete with her own logo and product line coming in 2026.
Clark’s absence remains a huge blow on the court, but her presence off it reinforces Indiana’s growing national profile.
The Bigger Picture
The win meant more than a boost in the standings-it was a testament to resilience. Even with Caitlin Clark sidelined and Sophie Cunningham lost for the season, the Fever proved their ability to adjust and battle through adversity. Veterans like Sims and Mitchell have stepped up, while Boston continues to play like a franchise cornerstone.
My Take: Fever’s Playoff DNA Is Emerging
The Fever’s trajectory feels different this season. Last year, they often folded late in games; now, they’re finishing strong even with a depleted roster. If Boston maintains this form and Mitchell keeps producing, Indiana could be a dangerous matchup for any higher-seeded team in the playoffs.
The win also highlights a shift in mentality – Indiana is no longer just surviving the season, they’re dictating games against quality opponents. For a franchise rebuilding around young stars, that’s a huge step forward.
What’s Next?
The Fever have six games left to secure their playoff spot. Every matchup will matter, as they remain in a tight race with Golden State, Los Angeles, and Washington for the final postseason berths.
But if Tuesday’s victory over Seattle was any indication, the Fever are hitting their stride at the perfect time.
