Caitlin Clark Leads Indiana Fever to Preseason Victory Over Atlanta Dream
In an exhilarating showdown on Saturday, the Indiana Fever clinched an 81-76 victory against the Atlanta Dream, wrapping up their preseason with an unbeaten record. Caitlin Clark shone brightly, contributing 13 points, six rebounds, and seven assists, ensuring the Fever’s momentum carries into the regular season.
The game began favorably for the Fever, who built a solid lead during the first quarter. However, the Dream retaliated fiercely in the second quarter, with Te-Hina Paopao spearheading a come-from-behind effort that narrowed the score to 29-28 with just over five minutes to go before halftime. The Fever managed to retain a slight edge, entering the break ahead 42-40.
As the second half unfolded, the Dream continued to apply pressure, staying within striking distance with Paopao and Brionna Jones leading the charge. Nevertheless, the Fever maintained their offensive prowess, propelling their lead to 11 points early in the fourth quarter. Clark sat out the final moments as her teammates closed out the scrappy contest.
Lexie Hull provided a crucial contribution in the fourth quarter, finishing the game with 14 points, while Kelsey Mitchell added 12 points to the Fever’s tally.
Clark’s remarkable performance throughout the preseason included standout moments, notably a dazzling return to Iowa where she recorded 16 points in a dominant win over the Brazilian national team, which attracted 1.3 million viewers on ESPN.
With their undefeated preseason campaign behind them, Clark and the Fever are set to open their regular season against the Chicago Sky, featuring Angel Reese, on May 17 in Indiana. Fans are eagerly anticipating the Fever’s promising season ahead.
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