Fever beat Lynx to end regular season
TOI World Desk | TOI Global Desk | Sep 10, 2025, 20:27 IST
The Indiana Fever defeated the Minnesota Lynx 83-72 in their regular-season finale. Kelsey Mitchell led with 18 points, and four Fever players scored in double figures. This victory secured the Fever’s 24-20 record, advancing them to the WNBA playoffs. The Lynx, who finished 33-10, will close their season on Thursday.
The Indiana Fever secured an 83-72 victory over the Minnesota Lynx in their regular season finale on Tuesday night in Indianapolis. The win was led by Kelsey Mitchell, who scored 18 points, and a well-rounded team effort with four players scoring in double figures. The Fever never fell behind in the game, highlighting their strong performance from start to finish.
In addition to Mitchell's scoring, Odyssey Sims added 15 points, Aliyah Boston contributed 10 points and 8 rebounds, and both Natasha Howard and Damiris Dantas contributed with 10 points each. The win gave the Fever a 24-20 record for the regular season, securing their place in the upcoming WNBA playoffs.
The Lynx, who ended the regular season with a 33-10 record, had Jessica Shepard leading their effort with 16 points. Maria Kliundikova and Alanna Smith added 12 and 11 points, respectively. However, the Lynx were without their key players for the game. DiJonai Carrington did not play due to a shoulder injury. MVP contender Napheesa Collier was rested.
Indiana came out strong, scoring the first 10 points of the game with contributions from several players. The Lynx managed a brief 6-0 run after Kliundikova’s jumper ended the Fever’s streak. However, Aerial Powers hit two three-pointers and scored eight points in quick succession, helping Indiana take a commanding 28-14 lead at the end of the first quarter.
Minnesota made a push in the third quarter, opening with a 9-0 run to reduce the Fever's lead to 49-45. But the Fever responded with a 21-8 run, extending their lead to 70-53 by the end of the period. From there, Indiana maintained control and held on for the win.
This victory was important for Indiana, as it closed out their three-game series with Minnesota. Although they had lost the previous two matchups, including a 95-90 defeat at home and a 97-84 loss in Minneapolis, the Fever had previously claimed the Commissioner’s Cup in a 74-59 win earlier in the season. Looking ahead, the Lynx will conclude their regular season at home against the Golden State Valkyries on Thursday.
In addition to Mitchell's scoring, Odyssey Sims added 15 points, Aliyah Boston contributed 10 points and 8 rebounds, and both Natasha Howard and Damiris Dantas contributed with 10 points each. The win gave the Fever a 24-20 record for the regular season, securing their place in the upcoming WNBA playoffs.
The Lynx, who ended the regular season with a 33-10 record, had Jessica Shepard leading their effort with 16 points. Maria Kliundikova and Alanna Smith added 12 and 11 points, respectively. However, the Lynx were without their key players for the game. DiJonai Carrington did not play due to a shoulder injury. MVP contender Napheesa Collier was rested.
Indiana came out strong, scoring the first 10 points of the game with contributions from several players. The Lynx managed a brief 6-0 run after Kliundikova’s jumper ended the Fever’s streak. However, Aerial Powers hit two three-pointers and scored eight points in quick succession, helping Indiana take a commanding 28-14 lead at the end of the first quarter.
Minnesota made a push in the third quarter, opening with a 9-0 run to reduce the Fever's lead to 49-45. But the Fever responded with a 21-8 run, extending their lead to 70-53 by the end of the period. From there, Indiana maintained control and held on for the win.
This victory was important for Indiana, as it closed out their three-game series with Minnesota. Although they had lost the previous two matchups, including a 95-90 defeat at home and a 97-84 loss in Minneapolis, the Fever had previously claimed the Commissioner’s Cup in a 74-59 win earlier in the season. Looking ahead, the Lynx will conclude their regular season at home against the Golden State Valkyries on Thursday.