Caitlin Clark’s final regular season game of the 2024 WNBA season has the Indiana Fever and Washington Mystics fans biting their nails as the Fever head to D.C. to wrap up what has been a landmark year. With a 20-19 record (yes, folks, Indiana finally found a map out of Mediocrity-ville!), the Fever clinched their first .500 season since 2016. Maybe it’s the return of bell bottoms or Caitlin Clark magic—either way, the Fever is back in the postseason after a seven-year playoff drought.
Indiana Fever: Back in Business!
The Fever locked in as the No. 6 seed and are gearing up to face the Connecticut Sun in the first round, but hold your horses—let’s talk about their scorching backcourt. Caitlin Clark (cue the superhero theme) has been nothing short of electrifying, with her laser-sharp 19.5 points per game and a ridiculous 8.4 assists. Oh, and don’t forget the 5.7 rebounds. Who needs a cape when you’ve got stats like that? Right beside her is Kelsey Mitchell, who’s basically been in a points duel with Clark all season, averaging 19.6 points and shooting 40.2% from deep. Yeah, they make a pretty scary duo.
Case in point: their epic 110-109 win over the Dallas Wings where Clark and Mitchell dropped 35 and 30 points, respectively. It’s as if they were daring each other to one-up the scoreboard—”Oh, you scored 30? Watch this!”
Then there’s Aliyah Boston. The rookie sensation who plays like a seasoned vet, posting up 14.1 points and pulling down 9.0 rebounds per game. She’s got more boards than a hardware store. NaLyssa Smith? She’s been steady with 10.4 points and 7.2 rebounds. It’s a lineup that’s balanced like a three-legged stool, but it’s surprisingly sturdy.
Meanwhile, In the Mystics’ Corner…
The Washington Mystics are hanging on by a thread (think of a nail-biting soap opera cliffhanger). They’re in a three-way battle for the final playoff spot with the Chicago Sky and Atlanta Dream. At 13-25, the Mystics need to win tonight, or they’ll be binge-watching playoff games from their couches. Ariel Atkins has been their shining light, averaging 14.7 points per game, while Brittney Sykes and Stefanie Dolson provide the supporting roles. But let’s be real—Washington’s playoff hopes are currently on life support.
A Playoff Preview? Maybe.
Indiana leads the season series against Washington 2-1, and heading into this game, the Fever look like the favorites. They’re not just playing for pride; they’re preparing for the playoffs. A win here gives them momentum, but with Clark and Mitchell scoring like they’ve got cheat codes, it’s almost unfair. Washington, meanwhile, has its back against the wall. Could they pull off an upset? Sure. But it might involve more prayer than practice at this point.
When and Where to Watch?
Game Time: Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024, at 7 p.m. ET
Location: Capital One Arena, Washington, D.C.
TV Broadcast: Amazon Prime Video, WTHR-13 (Indianapolis)
Online Streaming: Fubo (free trial) and WNBA League Pass
Conclusion: Will Washington Go Out With a Bang or a Whimper?
While the Indiana Fever is already booking postseason hotels, the Mystics are doing everything they can to keep the dream alive. Caitlin Clark’s regular season swan song promises excitement, drama, and a whole lot of scoreboard fireworks. Will she and the Fever ruin Washington’s last gasp for a playoff miracle? We’ll just have to tune in to find out, popcorn in hand!