WNBA Game Preview: Indiana Fever (6-6) vs. Las Vegas Aces (5-7)

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The Indiana Fever (6–6) head to Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas to face the Las Vegas Aces (5–7) on Sunday, June 22 at 3:00 PM ET. This nationally televised matchup on ESPN features two teams with contrasting momentum—Indiana looking to rebound from a tough road loss, and Las Vegas desperate to snap a three-game skid.

Game Context

First Meeting of the Season: The Aces have won 15 straight against the Fever dating back to 2020.

Playoff Implications: Both teams are hovering around the .500 mark, making this a pivotal midseason clash.

Broadcast: ESPN, ESPN+, Disney+

Team Comparison

CategoryIndiana FeverLas Vegas Aces
Record6–6 (6th in WNBA)5–7 (8th in WNBA)
Points Per Game83.4 (4th)79.1 (9th)
FG%45.4% (3rd)38.7% (12th)
3PT FG%35.7%33.3%
Rebounds Per Game33.833.4
Points Allowed77.9 (5th)82.5 (9th)

Players to Watch

Indiana Fever

Caitlin Clark: The 2024 Rookie of the Year leads the WNBA in 3-pointers made (3.1/game) and averages 19.9 PPG, but is coming off her worst shooting night of the season (3-of-14 FG).

Aliyah Boston: Dominant in the paint, averaging 13.8 PPG, 8.1 RPG, and shooting a league-best 59.8% FG.

Kelsey Mitchell: A steady scoring option with 16.6 PPG, she’s shooting 38.9% over her last 10 games.

Injury Note: Head coach Stephanie White will miss the game due to personal reasons.

Las Vegas Aces

A’ja Wilson: Back from concussion protocol, she’s averaging 20.8 PPG, 10.1 RPG, and leads the league in blocks (2.7/game).

Jackie Young: Scored 22 points in her last outing and averages 18.9 PPG over her last 10 games.

Chelsea Gray & Jewell Loyd: Provide veteran leadership and perimeter scoring, combining for over 25 PPG.

Injury Note: Cheyenne Parker-Tyus (personal) and Megan Gustafson (leg) are out.

Tactical Breakdown

Indiana’s Edge: More efficient shooting and better ball movement (19.4 APG over last 10 games).

Vegas’ Challenge: Struggling offensively (40.1% FG over last 10 games) and vulnerable in transition.

Key Matchup: Caitlin Clark vs A’ja Wilson—Clark’s perimeter shooting vs Wilson’s interior dominance.

GAME ODDS

Indiana Fever                    – 1.5

Las Vegas Aces                  171

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, June 21, 2025

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