In a nail-biting showdown that went down to the wire, the Indiana Fever narrowly missed out on a victory in their season opener, falling 91-90 to the Atlanta Dream. Despite an outstanding performance from rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, the Fever couldn’t close the deal in the final moments of the game.
Clark was electric on the court, putting up a game-high 27 points along with 11 assists, 5 rebounds, and 2 steals. Her leadership and playmaking gave Indiana a real shot at the win, but it wasn’t enough to hold off a balanced and relentless Atlanta squad.
The Dream got a powerful boost from Brittney Griner, who delivered 21 points and 8 rebounds, anchoring her team on both ends of the floor. Rhyne Howard added 20 points and made her presence felt defensively with 3 steals, while Cheyenne Parker-Jones contributed a massive double-double—19 points and 13 boards—helping Atlanta control the pace.
Indiana’s offensive firepower extended beyond Clark, with Aliyah Boston racking up 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists, along with 2 big blocks. Kelsey Mitchell also came through with 24 points, giving the Fever a strong three-pronged attack that kept the game neck-and-neck throughout.
While the loss stings for Indiana, the performance offers plenty of promise. Clark’s debut continues to show why she’s one of the most hyped newcomers in WNBA history. And with Boston and Mitchell in strong form, the Fever have the tools to bounce back quickly as the season picks up momentum.
