The Indiana Fever narrowly dropped a high-stakes, physical rematch to the Phoenix Mercury, 111-109. The turning point came in the third quarter when Fever star Caitlin Clark was forced to leave the game early due to a persistent back injury, finishing with 19 points in 20 minutes.
Despite her absence, the Fever offense stayed potent. Kelsey Mitchell spearheaded the effort with a brilliant 30-point performance, tying a franchise record by sinking seven 3-pointers. Aliyah Boston dominated inside, contributing 23 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists, while Myisha Hines-Allen provided a vital spark off the bench with a season-high 13 points, grabbing 5 rebounds.
talk to 'em My 🗣️
Myisha Hines-Allen with the AND-1. pic.twitter.com/f0QkZEcvqm
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 25, 2026
that Gamecock connection 🤙
Raven Johnson with the steal & dish to Aliyah Boston for two. pic.twitter.com/7C8sKJTbPx
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 25, 2026
Caitlin Clark pulls up for three from the top of the key 🔑
she's up to 19 points & 8 assists so far tonight against Phoenix 🔥 https://t.co/0JPFA3r5GL pic.twitter.com/opIWvx5XTI
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) June 25, 2026
Defensively, however, Indiana struggled to contain Phoenix down the stretch. In her post-game interview, head coach Stephanie White criticized the lack of defensive discipline and the non-calls on physical plays against Clark, calling it “absolutely unacceptable” and demanding more accountability moving forward.
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The Indiana Fever will play their final home game against the LA Sparks this Saturday evening before heading out on a four-game road trip. Meanwhile, the Mercury will travel to Toronto to face the Tempo this Saturday.
Source: WNBA
