The Indiana Fever and their standout rookie, Caitlin Clark, are gaining momentum after a rocky start to the season. The Fever (6-10) clinched their third consecutive victory and fourth win in five games by overcoming the Washington Mystics (2-12), the league’s bottom-ranked team, with a score of 88-81. This streak marks a turning point as the team adopts a winning mindset.
Not long ago, Clark and the Fever seemed unable to crack the code for success, but now they’re finding their rhythm. The entire squad delivered an outstanding performance, with the “big three” leading the charge. Each played over 35 minutes, with Caitlin Clark setting a personal record with 12 rebounds. Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell also shone brightly, each netting 22 points.
Clark’s contributions didn’t stop at rebounds; she also racked up 18 points and dished out six assists, hitting 50% of her shots. Despite her prowess, turnovers continue to plague her game; she tops the league with 5.5 turnovers per match and added six more in this game. Reducing these turnovers will be crucial to limiting opponents’ scoring opportunities. Nevertheless, Clark is rapidly maturing and looks poised to clinch the Rookie of the Year title.
The Fever’s next matchup is on Friday at 6:30 PM ET against the formidable Atlanta Dream (6-6). Clark’s team could achieve their fourth straight win, reminiscent of her collegiate days at Iowa where winning streaks were a regular occurrence. This progression is encouraging for the Fever as they aim for greater consistency and sustained success throughout the season.