WNBA Game Preview: Indiana Fever (1-1) vs. Atlanta Dream (1-1)

May 22, 2025

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Game Details

Team Overview

Indiana Fever (1-1, 0-1 Away)
The Fever are looking to bounce back after a 91-90 loss to Atlanta just two nights ago. Despite the defeat, Caitlin Clark put on a show, scoring 27 points while adding 10 assists. Indiana has been strong offensively, averaging 91.5 points per game, but turnovers and free-throw struggles hurt them in their last matchup.

Atlanta Dream (1-1, 1-0 Home)
The Dream secured a thrilling victory over Indiana in their last game, thanks to Brittney Griner (18 points, 8 rebounds) and Allisha Gray (25 points, 6 three-pointers). Atlanta has been efficient offensively but needs to tighten up defensively, allowing 92.5 points per game, which ranks 11th in the WNBA.

Key Matchups

Starting Lineups:
- Fever: Caitlin Clark (PG), Kelsey Mitchell (SG), DeWanna Bonner (SF), Natasha Howard (PF), Aliyah Boston (C)
- Dream: Allisha Gray (PG), Te-Hina Paopao (SG), Rhyne Howard (SF), Brionna Jones (PF), Brittney Griner (C)
Top Performers:
- Fever: Caitlin Clark (23.5 PPG, 10.5 APG), Aliyah Boston (21.5 PPG, 11.5 RPG), Kelsey Mitchell (19.5 PPG)
- Dream: Allisha Gray (20.5 PPG, 6.5 APG), Brittney Griner (19.5 PPG, 8.5 RPG), Brionna Jones (17.5 PPG, 11.5 RPG)
Defensive Battle:

Indiana has been solid defensively, allowing 74.5 points per game, ranking 3rd in the WNBA.
Atlanta has struggled, allowing opponents to shoot 49.6% overall and 48.6% from three-point range.

X-Factors

Clark’s Playmaking: Indiana’s rookie star has been dominant, but she’ll need help from her teammates to secure a win.
Griner’s Presence: Atlanta’s veteran center has been a force inside, making it tough for Indiana to score in the paint.
Turnovers & Free Throws: Indiana must clean up their turnovers (20 last game) and improve their free-throw shooting (16-for-26 last game) to avoid another close loss.

GAME ODDS

Indiana Fever – 4.5

Atlanta Dream 172.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Wednesday, May 21, 2025