Fever Eye Storm in Crucial Sunday Showdown
Both Teams Aim to Break Even Records in National Spotlight
The Indiana Fever, navigating challenges without star guard Caitlin Clark, are set to face the Seattle Storm on Sunday afternoon. This nationally televised matchup holds significant weight for both teams as they aim to surpass their current identical 16-12 records.
Storm Hold Home Court Advantage
Seattle enters the contest at Climate Pledge Arena as 3.5-point favorites. The Storm have been on a rollercoaster, alternating wins and losses for their last ten games. Their most recent outing was a hard-fought 108-106 double-overtime loss to the Los Angeles Sparks, a game that saw **Nneka Ogwumike** deliver a stellar performance with 37 points, 12 rebounds, and four assists.
Meanwhile, the Indiana Fever have shown resilience, currently on a four-game winning streak. Their momentum was evident in their last victory over the Dallas Wings, where Kelsey Mitchell led the charge with a game-high 22 points. The status of Caitlin Clark, who is dealing with a groin injury, remains uncertain, but the team has demonstrated an ability to win in her absence.
The WNBA clash is scheduled to tip off at 3 p.m. ET, with broadcast coverage on ABC and various streaming options available.
Where to Catch the Fever vs. Storm Action
Fans looking to follow the game can tune into ABC for television coverage. For those preferring to stream, several platforms offer the matchup. Options include DirecTV (with a free trial), FuboTV (offering a low introductory rate), and SlingTV (also featuring a low introductory rate). Additionally, the game will be streamed live on ESPN+ for subscribers at $11.99 per month.
As of early August, the WNBA’s average attendance has seen a significant increase, with some games selling out and driving national interest, highlighting the league’s growing popularity.
Matchup Details:
- When: Sunday, August 3, at 3 p.m. ET (noon PT)
- Where: Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, Wash.
- TV Channel: ABC
- Live Streams: DirecTV, FuboTV, SlingTV, ESPN+
