Kelsey Mitchell led the Fever with a stellar performance, scoring 26 points. Lexie Hull contributed 17 points, proving instrumental in Indiana’s offensive surge. Sophie Cunningham added 16 points, with 10 coming before halftime, while Aliyah Boston rounded out the key contributors with 15 points.

The Fever’s victory was notably notable given the absence of star guard Caitlin Clark, who continues too recover from a groin injury sustained during a July 15th game against the Connecticut Sun. No firm timeline has been established for Clark’s return. Indiana also played without Sydney Colson, who suffered a torn left ACL, and Aari McDonald, sidelined with a broken bone in her right foot.

Hull’s inclusion in the starting lineup was a direct response to the injuries to Colson and McDonald, showcasing the Fever’s adaptability. The team capitalized on their opportunities, shooting 33 of 70 from the field (47.1 percent) and 17 of 33 from three-point range (51.5 percent). Mitchell and Hull were particularly effective from beyond the arc, sinking 4 of 8 and 4 of 6 three-pointers, respectively.

The Chicago Sky also faced challenges with key players unavailable. Angel Reese missed her fifth consecutive game due to a back injury, with no immediate return date in sight. Reese has only played twice as the All-Star break. Rachel Banham led the Sky with 11 points, and Maddy Westbeld added 10 off the bench.

Indiana established a strong lead in the first half, going into halftime with a 48-37 advantage. They extended their dominance in the third quarter, opening with an 8-0 run and building a 20-point lead late in the period thanks to a clutch shot by Mitchell with 2.9 seconds remaining.