A’ja Wilson absolutely went off in Game 1, dropping a monster 38 points and snagging 16 rebounds, and now the Indiana Fever are staring down elimination in the WNBA Playoffs. Her dominant performance led the Las Vegas Aces to a comfortable win on Sunday, putting the Fever just one loss away from their season ending.
Fever Need Answers, And Fast
Stopping Wilson is clearly the biggest hurdle for the Fever, but that’s not their only problem. Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell had a rough shooting day in Game 1, combining for a brutal 10 of 33 from the field, including just 4 of 16 from beyond the arc. While Clark did dish out 10 assists, she also racked up six turnovers and five fouls. The Fever need their star scorers to step up big if they want to extend their season even one more game. Can they find that missing offense?
Win or Go Home: Game 2 Details
The stakes couldn’t be higher for the Fever, who were one of the league’s better home teams during the regular season, finishing 15-7. However, their lone game against the Aces at Gainbridge Fieldhouse this season resulted in an overtime loss. Can they defend their home court when it matters most? Game 2 tips off on Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 3:30 p.m. PT from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. If you’re looking to catch all the action, you’ll need Prime Video, as the game won’t be on traditional television.
This is it. Can the Fever find a defensive solution for A’ja Wilson and get their own shots to fall? We’ll find out Tuesday afternoon. It’s win or go home time for the Indiana Fever.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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