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Minnesota Expands Lead
In the third quarter, Minnesota stretched their lead back to double-digits. The Lynx scored on their first five possessions and went on a 16-5 run to start the second half.
Indiana’s Attempt to Close the Gap
Indiana fought hard to narrow the gap. They cut the deficit to just three points at one point.
Minnesota’s Counterattack
Minnesota responded with a run of their own, pushing the lead back to 15 points. This secured their win and prevented any comeback from Indiana.
Standout Performance
Napheesa Collier led the game with 31 points. The Lynx maintained the lead throughout the match, except for the first minute-and-a-half.
Caitlin Clark reacts to a call during a Fever-Mercury game.
Lynx Prevail Over Fever
On Saturday night, the Minnesota Lynx defeated the Indiana Fever 90-80, securing their sixth consecutive win. Caitlin Clark, despite her strong performance, couldn’t secure a victory in Minnesota.
Clark’s Performance
Clark, fresh off breaking the WNBA record for most assists in a rookie season, scored 23 points. This marked her 13th game this season with at least 20 points.
Minnesota’s Sharp Shooting
The Lynx excelled from beyond the arc, making 11 three-pointers, including six in the first quarter.
Clark’s Perfect Record Ends
Caitlin Clark’s Defeat Saturday marked Clark’s first loss in Minnesota since she began her college career. She previously won two Big Ten tournament titles with Iowa at Target Center, holding a perfect 6-0 record there. Including three road games against Minnesota, she was 9-0 in the state until Indiana’s win on July 14.
Shaky Start for Indiana
The first quarter was tough for Clark and the Fever. They missed all seven three-point attempts and Clark was just 1-for-8 from the field. Minnesota built a 13-point lead with six three-pointers.
Strong Comeback
The Fever’s performance improved dramatically in the second quarter. Clark heated up, and Indiana ended the half on a 21-9 run. Clark’s three-pointer in the final seconds made it a one-point game at halftime.