The Indiana Fever secured a crucial 94-86 victory over the Seattle Storm on Tuesday, with Aliyah Boston delivering a standout performance in what became a pivotal moment in the WNBA regular season. Boston, the third-year star, poured in 31 points, eight rebounds, three assists, and two steals, guiding the Fever to a win that halted the Storm’s three-game winning streak and brought Indiana back to .500 in the standings at 7-7. Meanwhile, the team’s superstar Caitlin Clark faced another difficult night, scoring just six points in one of her worst games since joining the Fever in 2023. Clark, who was 3-of-13 from the field and went 0-for-6 on three-pointers, struggled for much of the game as Seattle’s offense continued to dominate early in the matchup.
Despite her poor shooting night, Clark still contributed with nine assists and three steals, showcasing her all-around value despite the team’s reliance on Boston’s performance. Her struggles to find her rhythm have been a growing concern for the Fever, particularly following the team’s recent loss to the Golden State Valkyries, where she went 1-of-23 from beyond the arc. Teammate Lexie Hull, reflecting on the game, reassured fans and media that Clark’s current slump was a normal part of any great player’s career. ‘She’ll be fine,’ Hull said, adding, ‘We’re not worried about it. She’s a great shooter, she’s a great player. This happens to every player, every great player. She’ll be fine.’
The Storm, led by Skylar Diggins’ 22 points and six assists, as well as Erica Wheeler’s 20 points, came into the game with a three-game winning streak and winners of six of their last seven contests. They were looking to extend their dominance, but the Fever’s balanced scoring and Boston’s heroics kept them from achieving that goal. Indiana’s victory marked a turning point in the season, as the team now stands at 7-7, while Seattle’s record drops to 9-6. The game also saw some off-court drama, with Fever’s Sophie Cunningham celebrating hitting 1 million TikTok followers after making a public stand for Clark, further highlighting the personal connections players often have with fans and the broader basketball community.