The Indiana Fever secured their first home win of the 2024 WNBA season with a thrilling victory over the Chicago Sky. The Fever came out strong, establishing an early lead and maintaining their momentum throughout the game. Led by standout performances from key players, including veteran forward Candice Dupree and rookie guard Kysre Gondrezick, the Fever showcased their talent and determination on both ends of the court.
Despite facing a formidable opponent in the Sky, who were coming off a recent winning streak, the Fever remained focused and executed their game plan with precision. Their tenacity and teamwork were evident as they worked together to overcome any challenges that arose during the game. The crowd at Bankers Life Fieldhouse was electrified by the Fever's performance, cheering on their team with enthusiasm and pride.
Kamilla Cardoso made her regular-season pro debut in front of another sellout crowd at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Clark finished with 11 points, eight rebounds and six assists in a 71-70 victory over the Chicago Sky on Pride Day.
Indiana (2-8) snapped a three-game losing streak and improved to 1-4 at home on Pride Day and in the inaugural Commissioner's Cup game. The Fever closed it out with Erica Wheeler running down the final 6.6 seconds on the clock before passing to Clark, who tossed the ball high into the air.
Center Aliyah Boston and guard Kristy Wallace both tallied 10 points in the Fever win. Boston pulled down eight rebounds, tied a career-high four blocks, added two assists and one steal. Wallace also rallied three rebounds, two assists and one steal. The Fever outscored the Sky in paint points (38-34) and distributed 19 assists as a team compared to Chicago’s 15.
Indiana held rookie forward Angel Reese to only eight points, but added a career-best 13 rebounds. Sky rookie forward Kamilla Cardoso made her WNBA debut on Saturday with 11 points and six rebounds. Chicago and Indiana tied in fast break points, 11-11.
Before the game, Fever coach Christie Sides attempted to play up the rivalry between the two Midwestern teams, but the loud pregame ovation for Clark and a smattering of boos that were quickly drowned out by cheers for Reese during pregame introductions typified the showdown.
Reese finished with eight points and 13 rebounds in her latest round against Clark while Cardoso played for the first time since injuring her right shoulder in a preseason game May 3. Cardoso had 11 points and six rebounds in 18 minutes but was called for a foul that led to Boston’s three-point play with 1:19 left, which proved the difference.
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