Fever vs Wings: Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell shine as Indiana Fever dominate Dallas Wings across two meetings full stats, where to watch, player matchups & WNBA game analysis.
Background & Context
Fever and Dallas have face off against each other twice in the WNBA season 2025 and Fever claiming victory in both games. The competitions highlighted the growing rivalry between Caitlin Clark (Fever) and the newcomer Paige Bueckers (Wings) as central stories.
- On 27th June, 2025 in Dallas: Fever won 94‑86 without playing star Clark as Kelsey Mitchell blow up for 32 points.
- On 13th July, 2025 in Indiana: The Fever defeated the Wings 102‑83 with Clark leading the way with 14 points, 13 assists and making five steals. Aliyah Boston, Natasha Howard and Kelsey Mitchell made significant double digit contributions. Bueckers led Dallas with 21 points but had four turnovers in a game Indiana built on a franchise record 64 first half points.
Head‑to‑Head: Indiana leads overall series narrowly (~39–36 all time) with recent tilt illustrating a big gap in talent depth this year.
Key Player Matchups & Storylines
Caitlin Clark from Fever
- Reigning Rookie of the Year and a 2025 All Star team captain.
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In the game against Dallas, Clark stepped up during the July game. She serrated 14 points, 13 assists, and 5 steals and making her the second WNBA player to achieve several games with 10+ points, 10+ assists, and 5+ steals.
- Established WNBA record for quickest player to accumulate 200 points and 100 assists in one season after only 12 games played
Paige Bueckers from Wings
- Dallas rookie standout and former UConn star.
- In the first Fever game, dropped 21 points with 4 assists and 4 rebounds despite team loss. In losses to Indiana, averaged ~18.1 points and remains top scoring option for Dallas.
- An statistical achievement: the first WNBA player to earn 25+ PTS, 5+ AST, 2+ STL, 2+ BLK, and zero TO in one game.
- Had an awkward post‑game moment referencing turnovers vs Clark matchup underscoring rising rivalry.
Supporting Cast Highlights
- Kelsey Mitchell: scored season-high 32 in Dallas game, delivered 20 points in return matchup.
- Aliyah Boston & Natasha Howard: Boston added 17 pts + 3 reb, part of balanced scoring supporting Clark in the 102‑83 win.
- Natasha Howard: consistent double-double threat.
WNBA Game Summaries
On 27th June, 2025 – American Airlines Center in Dallas
- Score: Fever 94, Wings 86.
- Mitchell led with 32 pts, Fever bounced to 22 point lead in Q1 and held off Dallas in spite of Clark being out with a injury.
- Sold out crowd of 20,409 supported a defining culture milestone for Stephanie White.
On 13th July, 2025 – Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indiana
- Score: Fever 102, Wings 83.
- Clark returned, paired with Bueckers in first top‑1 picks duel. Indiana surged with a 25–4 second quarter run and matched franchise best 64 first-half points.
- Clark (14 PTS, 13 AST, 5 STL), Mitchell (20 PTS), Boston (17 pts) led explosive, well‑rounded attack. Bueckers top-scored for Dallas with 21 in tough outing facing turnovers and overwhelmed supporting cast.
Statistical Players Comparison & Match Stats
- Caitlin Clark: 14 pts, 13 asts, 5 steals in game 2 and season average ~16.7–16.9 PPG, 8.6–9.0 APG.
- Kelsey Mitchell: 32 pts first game, 20 pts second and an offensive catalyst.
- Aliyah Boston: steady inside scoring, rebounding presence.
- Paige Bueckers: up to 21 pts and multiple contributions; yet hampered by turnovers and poor team support.
- Dallas Wings: poor shooting (2‑15 from three in Aug 1 game), outrebounded 44‑30, young roster still building chemistry.
Broadcast Info
- June 27 game: broadcast on ION (USA); tip-off 7:30 PM ET from American Airlines Center.
- July 13 game: aired on ABC and at Gain bridge Fieldhouse, time: 1:00 PM ET.
- Upcoming matchups will be telecast via NBC Sports networks, Peacock, ESPN and other international partners.
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Tactical Analysis & Team Trends
Indiana Fever
- Balanced, deep lineup with Clark’s leadership.
- High pace, transition scoring, strong second-quarter bursts.
- Superior rebounding and bench contributions give clear edge.
Dallas Wings
- Talented but inexperienced, struggle with defending and rebounding.
- Inconsistent shooting and guard play. Bueckers has star potential but lacks surrounding firepower.
- Key injuries (Ogunbowale limited or absent) hurt team cohesion and strategy.
Future Outlook & Stakes
- Indiana currently hovering near playoff bubble (~11–10 record), using momentum to climb into contention.
- Dallas remains at 6–15 or worse, struggling to find identity amid road skid; their 8‑21 record after August loss reflects ongoing slump.
- Next showdown August 1 (American Airlines Center): Bueckers starring but Clark still sidelined—Wings hope to leverage home-court yet again; Indiana aims for three‑game sweep and playoff cushion.