Fever vs Wings predictions
Looking at the Indiana Fever heading into this matchup, it’s hard not to focus on Kelsey Mitchell and what she brings to the table. Averaging just under 20 points a game, she’s been the go-to scorer, and you’ve got to believe she’ll be a focal point again, especially with Caitlin Clark out for this one. So, Mitchell might be putting in even more work both as a playmaker and a shot creator. With Aliyah Boston dominating the boards, expect her to flirt with another double-double—she’s just that reliable in the paint for Indiana. And don’t sleep on the role players; without Clark in the lineup, everyone else is going to need to step it up and keep that offense humming.
Switching over to the Dallas Wings, Paige Bueckers is coming off a hot 21-point performance, and the Wings are counting on her to keep that energy going. She’s been the spark for Dallas, not just scoring but also setting up her teammates pretty consistently. With Bueckers running the point, you can see her flirting with both high points and assists numbers again. Meanwhile, Myisha Hines-Allen’s rebounding is going to be crucial against Boston, so don’t be surprised to see her crash the glass extra hard in this one. The Wings may be struggling in the standings, but a few standout individual performances could keep things interesting right down to the wire.
When it comes down to picking a winner, it kind of feels like the Fever have the edge, even on the road. Indiana’s deeper rotation and strong defense give them a slight advantage, especially since they’ve already taken both previous matchups in the season series. Dallas can make things dicey, especially if Bueckers gets hot early, but Mitchell’s scoring and Boston’s steady inside presence should help Indiana squeeze out a win at the American Airlines Center. Whether you’re tuning in for the stars or rooting for the underdog, this game has all the makings of a classic WNBA showdown.
