Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever secured a pivotal 84-79 victory over the Atlanta Dream on Monday, intensifying the race for a WNBA playoff spot. Both teams are battling for a postseason berth, making this win especially significant for Indiana.
Clark, who briefly left the game after rolling her ankle, made a resilient return in the second quarter. She finished with an impressive stat line of 19 points, seven assists, and seven rebounds, including four three-pointers, which allowed her to tie the WNBA rookie record for most threes made in a single season.
Kelsey Mitchell, Clark’s dynamic backcourt partner, was the standout performer for the Fever, leading the team with 29 points and seven rebounds. Aliyah Boston also contributed significantly, recording a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds.
The Fever’s victory not only solidified their playoff aspirations but also energized their fan base, who are increasingly optimistic as the regular season winds down.
Death, taxes, and Caitlin Clark hitting a contested step back 3.
— Sarah Maravich (@marasaravic) August 27, 2024
Man, Caitlin Clark is just so fun to watch.
— Colton Steiner™ 🎙️ (@s_colton) August 27, 2024
There’s not a back court playing better than Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell right now. They are demons.
— 500 🏎 (@Kameron_Hay) August 27, 2024
Caitlin Clark is something else. It can't be overstated how good she's been as a rookie
— Jacob Rude (@JacobRude) August 27, 2024
Caitlin Clark's passing really is just better than everyone else I've seen in the WNBA so far.
— Josh Boeke (@JoshBoeke) August 27, 2024
The Fever is gone be the team that upsets a higher seed in the first round of the playoffs 🥴 #WNBA
— Porchia Racquel Brooks (@chop_racquel) August 27, 2024
The Fever hitting there stride at the right time. If they can get to that 6 spot them vs Minnesota is a good match up for the Fever come playoffs
— Chuckles (@IMxChuck) August 27, 2024
The Fever been hoopin I gotta say.. They can be dangerous they get in them playoffs
— Supa Fresh (@Supafresh_513) August 27, 2024
Fever can win a playoff series
— Tommy Widgery (@TommyWidgery) August 27, 2024
The Fever have been playing different basketball since late June and it’s simply impressive.
I’d say they’re going to be a problem, but they’re proving they can be a problem right now. Can’t wait for the playoffs. Already can’t wait for next season
— Sam Jefferson (@SamJefferson__) August 27, 2024
19 points.
With her fourth three-pointer of the game, Clark has tied the WNBA Rookie Record for 3’s in a season!
SEASON TOTAL: 539 points. https://t.co/EMhjtwyWIF
— Caitlin Clark WNBA Points Tracker (@CC_WNBA_Points) August 27, 2024
This win boosted Indiana’s record to 14-17, surpassing their total from last season. Additionally, this marks their highest win total since 2016, the year they last made a playoff appearance.
As the Dream currently sit in ninth place in the WNBA standings, this loss was a setback in their playoff push. Meanwhile, the Fever have climbed to seventh place and are inching closer to overtaking the Phoenix Mercury, who hold the sixth seed. With a strong finish to the season, Indiana could further improve their playoff positioning and make a deep postseason run.
