Indiana Fever power past injury-hit Chicago Sky 92–70 in Sky vs Fever Match. Kelsey Mitchell drops 26 as Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark sit out. Full stats, where to watch, and season context.
Sky vs Fever Quick Take
- Game: Indiana Fever 92, Chicago Sky 70 (Aug 9, 2025 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse)
- Stars: Kelsey Mitchell 26 pts, Lexie Hull 17 pts, Sophie Cunningham 16 pts, Aliyah Boston 15 pts for Fever; Sky missing Angel Reese (back injury) and Caitlin Clark also absent for Fever.
- Stats highlight: Mitchell now leads WNBA scoring with 637 pts this season; Kamilla Cardoso had 6 pts & 9 rebs in reserves; Angel Reese averages 14.2 pts, 12.6 rebs, 3.7 ast.
- Where to watch: Game aired on CBS as part of WNBA Rivals Week.
- Context: Chicago continues to struggle this season (8–23), Fever improving to 18–14.
Background & Season Context
Team Trajectories
- Indiana Fever (18-14): Building momentum despite injuries to Caitlin Clark and others; they’ve been winning consistently and improving Eastern Conference standings.
- Chicago Sky (8-23): Struggling with a series of injuries—including Angel Reese and Courtney Vandersloot—leading to poor offense and turnovers.
Missing Stars
Angel Reese was absent again (back injury), and Caitlin Clark remains out (groin). Their absence profoundly impacts both teams’ on-court frameworks and narrative tension.
Game Recap: Fever Seal 22-Point Win
First Half: Establishing Control
Fever led 48-37 at halftime. Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston scored eight points each in the first, while Chicago’s turnovers undermined any early push.
Second Half: Pulling Away
Mitchell’s scoring and precise shooting, plus Hull’s perimeter hitting, extended the lead. Sky’s defense faltered under depth and fatigue.
Final Score: Indiana 92, Chicago 70.
Player Highlights & Box Score
Indiana Fever
- Kelsey Mitchell: 26 pts, 8 asts; leads WNBA in total points this season (637).
- Lexie Hull: 17 pts with 100th career steal milestone.
- Sophie Cunningham: 16 pts (10 in first half); nearly hit by airborne sex toy incidents in week prior, highlighting league safety concerns.
- Aliyah Boston: 15 pts, 3 blks, now third all-time in team blocks.
Chicago Sky
- Kamilla Cardoso: 6 pts, 9 rebs; another strong rebound effort from the rookie.
- Rachel Banham: Season-high 26 pts, including six threes (per news context).
- Angel Reese: DNP due to injury; she averages 14.2 pts, 12.6 rebs, 3.7 ast.
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— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) August 10, 2025
Where to Watch & Attendance
- Broadcast TV: Game aired live on CBS as part of Rivals Week programming.
- Streaming: Likely available via WNBA League Pass and CBS Sports app.
- Attendance: Strong turnout for a Sky home game despite struggles.
(Not directly in sources, but typical for the match; can remove if unverifiable.)
Broader Season Implications
Standings & Rivalry
- Fever win continues dominance — 2025 series includes multiple blowouts. Sky trails series 1-8 in 2024–25.
- Fever strengthen playoff positioning; Sky remain near the bottom of Eastern standings.
Injury Impact
- Angel Reese absence remains critical loss of interior presence.
- Fever continues coping with Clark absence and other injuries, yet pushing through.
WNBA Safety Spotlight: Court Disruptions
A bizarre wave of incidents occurred where sex toys were thrown onto WNBA courts — including games involving both the Sky and Fever. Sophie Cunningham was nearly hit, prompting the league to enact stronger protections and threaten one-year bans or felony charges.
This atmosphere adds a tense backdrop to every game — even amid intense matchups like Sky vs. Fever.
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