The Indiana Fever came out energized in front of their home crowd, immediately pushing the pace and forcing the Sky into tough defensive rotations. Caitlin Clark orchestrated the offense with her usual flair, finding teammates in stride while also knocking down early three-pointers to set the tone. The Fever’s quick start built an advantage that carried them through the first half.
Chicago, however, refused to back down. Led by Chennedy Carter and Marina Mabrey, the Sky responded with a physical attack in the paint, creating second-chance opportunities and drawing fouls to keep themselves within striking distance. Their intensity turned the second quarter into a back-and-forth battle, with both teams trading baskets in a highly competitive stretch.
The third quarter became Aliyah Boston’s stage. The All-Star center dominated the interior, controlling the glass and converting tough finishes around the rim. Her presence on both ends of the court frustrated Chicago’s bigs and allowed Indiana to maintain a slim but steady cushion heading into the final frame.
In the fourth quarter, the Fever’s poise shined. Clark’s clutch shot-making and late-game playmaking stretched Indiana’s lead, while Boston anchored the defense to shut down Chicago’s comeback hopes. The Fever executed down the stretch, pulling away in the final minutes to secure an important win in their playoff chase.
The victory not only strengthened Indiana’s postseason push but also added another layer to the Fever-Sky rivalry, which continues to grow in intensity with each matchup. For fans in Indianapolis, the night marked both a statement performance and another glimpse of the Fever’s promising future.
