Fever vs Sparks Kelsey Plum explodes for 21 points and 11 assists as the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Indiana Fever 85–76 in a nationally televised clash. Discover full Fever vs Sparks score, player stats, how to watch Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks tonight and season impact.
🏀 Game Recap: Fever vs Sparks
On August 5, 2025 the Indiana Fever (17‑12) visited the Los Angeles Sparks (12‑15) at Crypto.com Arena where the Sparks snapped Indiana’s five game win streak with an 85–76 victory.
Highlights
- Kelsey Plum added 21 point, 11 assist double-double and also dishing out key fourth quarter meals.
- Azura Stevens added 23 points, Rickea Jackson contributed 20 points.
- Fever’s Kelsey Mitchell led her team with 24 points and 8/14 shooting though it wasn’t enough to contain LA’s offensive firepower.
Player Spotlight: Kelsey Plum & Fever’s Response
Kelsey Plum (Sparks)
- Ranked 4th in WNBA scoring (20.3 PPG) and 3rd in assists over last 10 games at 6.0 APG – Plum has been the Sparks’ offensive engine.
- Her volume shooting and elite free throw rate (91.8%) have made her matchup proof, particularly against a vulnerable Fever perimeter defense.
Fever Leaders
- Aliyah Boston extended her double-double streak to six games averaging 15.2 points and 11.2 rebounds during the streak, earning Eastern Conference Player of the Week honors.
- Kelsey Mitchell (Fever) has averaged over 20 PPG in recent games and Natasha Howard contributed key defensive intensity and rebounding throughout the streak.
Season Context & Team Momentum
- The Fever entered playing their best team basketball without Caitlin Clark boasting five consecutive wins and strong performance in Commissioner’s Cup competition eventually winning the Cup for the first time in franchise history.
- Despite Clark’s continued absence (at least seven games), Indiana performed admirably. The loss to Sparks tests their depth under pressure.
- The Sparks after acquiring Kelsey Plum in February 2025, have won 6 of their last 7, pushing toward playoff contention, despite her limited minutes and the midseason return of Cameron Brink.
Where to Watch Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks
- TV: CBS Sports Network aired the primetime game at 10 pm ET / 7 pm PT.
- Streaming: Available via CBS Sports app and Fever Direct platform.
- International: Check WNBA League Pass for global coverage and replay access (via WNBA official lines).
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Betting Insights & Predictions
According to pregame lines:
- Fever favored –1.5 spread, with moneyline −132 vs Sparks at −103. The over/under was set around 176.5 total points.
- DraftKings’ best bets centered on Plum to score 20+ points, a line she cleared in both previous matchups against Indiana this season.
Indiana’s defense had been middle-of-the-pack (allowing ~83.9 PPG), while Sparks had allowed over 90 PPG—making this matchup ripe for high scoring.
a 34-point performance for Kelsey Mitchell in LA.
Tactical Themes & Second Half Surge
- Sparks’ bench and Plum’s leadership in the fourth quarter sealed the comeback after trailing early.
- Fever’s transition offense slowed without Caitlin Clark, and defensive rebounding struggled to contain Stevens and Hamby inside.
- Indiana’s reduced ball pressure and allowance of second-chance possessions became a narrative in LA’s win.
What’s Next: Implications for Both Teams
- Indiana drops to third in the Eastern Conference but remains firmly in playoff positioning. Their depth will be tested further without Clark.
- Sparks aim to climb into the postseason this win positions them within striking distance of the eighth seed, pending results with other Western Conference tilt games.