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The Indiana Fever snapped a three-game losing streak with a much-needed 85–76 win over the Washington Mystics on Wednesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in a Commissioner’s Cup matchup — and they did it without their two top scorers.
All-Star rookie Caitlin Clark remained sidelined with a left quadriceps strain, and sharpshooter Sophie Cunningham missed the game due to an ankle injury. Despite those setbacks, the Fever delivered one of their most complete performances of the season, showcasing balanced scoring, timely defense, and a spark from both veterans and newcomers alike.
The team’s official X (formerly Twitter) account quickly posted celebratory content after the victory, reflecting the sense of relief and optimism among Fever fans. One fan summed it up best:
Mitchell Leads the Charge, Bench Delivers
Veteran guard Kelsey Mitchell led Indiana with 24 points, shooting 7-of-14 from the field and 4-of-7 from deep. She provided a steady hand throughout the night and hit several key buckets to halt Washington’s momentum.
Off the bench, Lexie Hull gave the Fever a huge lift with 14 points and six rebounds, especially impactful during a third-quarter surge that flipped the game’s trajectory. Aliyah Boston was perfect from the floor, scoring 10 points on 5-of-5 shooting. Meanwhile, veteran DeWanna Bonner added nine points, and Aari McDonald, making her Fever debut, chipped in seven points and five assists.
In total, Indiana shot a season-best 50.8% from the field, and their 11 made three-pointers on 28 attempts also marked a season high — a welcome sight for a team that had struggled from beyond the arc in recent games.
Third Quarter Surge Makes the Difference
The turning point came in the third quarter. Indiana outscored Washington 31–21, breaking open a tight contest and building a double-digit lead that the Mystics couldn’t recover from. The Fever capitalized on defensive lapses and maintained their edge with energetic transition play and smart execution in half-court sets.
Mystics’ Big Performances Come Up Short
Washington had strong individual outings but couldn’t overcome their offensive inefficiency from the perimeter. Rookie Kiki Iriafen led the team with 20 points on 9-of-11 shooting and grabbed nine rebounds in an impressive effort. Brittney Sykes matched her with 20 points, including 10 in the fourth quarter, but her scoring push wasn’t enough. Sonia Citron added 13 points and seven rebounds, and Shakira Austin provided 10 points off the bench.
Despite shooting 54.5% from the field and outrebounding the Fever 33–19, the Mystics struggled to create consistent looks. They finished with only 12 assists and hit just 1-of-10 from three-point range — a critical factor in their defeat.
Looking Ahead: Fever Finding Their Rhythm Without Clark
The win marks a pivotal moment in the Fever’s Commissioner’s Cup campaign, as they proved capable of competing — and winning — without Clark. Head coach Stephanie White’s adjustments paid off, particularly with the ball movement and off-ball actions that created clean looks for Indiana’s shooters.
With Clark expected to miss at least another week and Cunningham still recovering, this game showed the depth and resilience of the Fever’s roster. Players like Mitchell, Hull, and McDonald are stepping into larger roles, and the rotation appears to be finding a rhythm.
Indiana will look to build on this momentum as Commissioner’s Cup play continues. If they can maintain this level of efficiency and balance, they’ll be in a strong position by the time Clark returns.
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