Indiana Fever Rally for 88-82 Victory over Phoenix Mercury
Caitlin Clark Shines with 15 Points, 12 Assists, and 9 Rebounds
Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ
In a thrilling WNBA matchup at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona, the Indiana Fever overcame a halftime deficit to secure an 88-82 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on Sunday, June 30, 2024. The Fever's star player, Caitlin Clark, led the charge with an impressive stat line of 15 points, 12 assists, and 9 rebounds.
At halftime, the Mercury held a slim 46-42 advantage. However, the Fever rallied in the third quarter, outscoring their opponents 26-18. They maintained their momentum in the final quarter, securing the victory by six points.
Clark's all-around performance was crucial to the Fever's success. She was efficient from the field, shooting 50% (6-of-12), and dished out 12 assists to facilitate her teammates' scoring. Her 9 rebounds also contributed to Indiana's dominance on the boards.
Other notable performers for the Fever included Victoria Vivians, who added 17 points, and Breanna Stewart, who chipped in with 14 points and 7 rebounds. For the Mercury, Diana Taurasi led the scoring with 22 points, while Brittney Griner contributed 18 points and 9 rebounds.
This victory marked the Fever's third consecutive win and improved their record to 13-10 for the season. They will next face the Seattle Storm on Wednesday, July 2, in Indianapolis.
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