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Fever's Season Ends: Mitchell & Clark's Off Night
2 Oct
Summary
- Indiana Fever's playoff journey concluded with a loss to the Las Vegas Aces.
- Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell struggled offensively in the decisive game.
- Aliyah Boston and Myisha Hines-Allen showed strong performances despite the loss.
The Indiana Fever's playoff aspirations were extinguished on Thursday following a 94-83 defeat against the Las Vegas Aces. This loss marks the second consecutive season where the Fever's campaign ended in a do-or-die matchup in Las Vegas.
Star guards Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell, who had a historically strong backcourt season, struggled significantly in the pivotal game. They combined for 41 points but shot poorly, making just 13 of 41 field goal attempts and 6 of 23 three-pointers. Clark specifically noted offensive stagnation in the second half and a reliance on contested shots.
Despite the backcourt's difficulties, Aliyah Boston delivered a robust performance with 19 points and 10 rebounds, though she appeared hampered. Myisha Hines-Allen also provided a valuable spark off the bench, contributing 12 points and 12 rebounds in her second consecutive impactful outing.
However, the offensive support beyond these players was minimal, with no other Fever player scoring more than five points. The team's overall shooting woes were evident, particularly in the fourth quarter where they shot only 6-for-20 from the field. Head coach Stephanie White acknowledged missed opportunities and increased physicality from the Aces.
The season's end brings a mix of pride and disappointment for the Fever. Clark expressed pride in the team's resilience against constant outside attention but acknowledged the sting of their final performance. The team now reflects on a special regular season that ultimately fell short in the postseason.
