Game Overview
This game marks the second meeting between these teams this season, with the Fever securing a 79-74 overtime victory in their previous encounter on May 3. However, Indiana will be without star rookie Caitlin Clark, who is sidelined for at least two weeks due to a quadriceps strain. Washington enters the matchup on a three-game losing streak, having dropped all three contests on their West Coast road trip, despite leading late in each game. The Mystics will look to bounce back at home, while the Fever aim to maintain their competitive edge despite Clark’s absence.
Team Comparisons
| Category | Fever | Mystics |
| Record | 2-2 | 2-3 |
| Points Per Game | 85.0 | 79.3 |
| Field Goal % | 44.7% | 42.1% |
| Three-Point % | 35.2% | 29.1% |
| Rebounds Per Game | 38.5 | 36.2 |
| Turnovers Per Game | 14.8 | 13.5 |
Indiana has been strong offensively, ranking eighth in the WNBA in scoring, while Washington has struggled with three-point shooting.
Key Players to Watch
Indiana Fever
Aliyah Boston (C) – 18.5 PPG, 10.8 RPG, shooting 60.8% from the field.
Kelsey Mitchell (G) – 17.8 PPG, expected to take on more playmaking duties in Clark’s absence.
DeWanna Bonner (F) – Veteran presence, providing leadership and scoring depth.
Washington Mystics
Brittney Sykes (G) – 22.3 PPG, leading the Mystics in scoring.
Sonia Citron (G) – Emerging rookie, averaging 14 PPG in her last two games.
Kiki Iriafen (F) – Four consecutive double-doubles, providing rebounding and defensive presence.
Matchup Breakdown
Fever’s Frontcourt vs. Mystics’ Defense – Indiana’s Aliyah Boston will be a focal point in the paint, while Washington’s Stefanie Dolson will be key in containing her.
Mystics’ Perimeter Shooting vs. Fever’s Defense – Washington has struggled from deep, but Sykes and Citron will need to step up against Indiana’s defense.
Turnover Battle – Both teams have similar turnover rates, making ball security crucial.
GAME ODDS
Indiana Fever – 3
Washington Mystics 160.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 27, 2025
