Timpson's Career Night Powers Fever Past Atlanta

The Indiana Fever secured a significant overtime victory on the road against the Atlanta Dream, largely propelled by the exceptional performance of Makayla Timpson. Timpson, who has recently moved into the starting lineup, recorded a career-high 20 points on efficient 9-of-13 shooting, alongside 7 rebounds.

Caitlin Clark also delivered a strong performance with 26 points and 9 assists, including the game-clinching free throws in overtime. Kelsey Mitchell continued her scoring streak, adding 20 points, while Aliyah Boston contributed 18 points and 14 rebounds. This victory was critical for Indiana, widening their lead over Atlanta to 1.5 games and preventing the Dream from securing the tiebreaker, positioning the Fever favorably for hosting a first-round playoff series.

The game was hard-fought, with the Fever ultimately prevailing despite facing matchup challenges and a close call at the end of regulation. A defensive shift to a zone in the fourth quarter proved effective, limiting the Dream to just 9 points. The win signifies a positive start to a challenging five-game road trip for the Fever.