Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese delivered an unforgettable WNBA game Sunday evening at State Farm Arena. Clark led the Indiana Fever to a 95-91 victory over Reese’s Atlanta Dream with a standout performance.
Clark scored 26 points and made crucial free throws in overtime, securing the win with a rebound in the final moments. Reese’s missed layup at the end of regulation was among the biggest plays, sending the game to overtime.
Indiana Fever showed resilience, especially in defense, to counter Atlanta’s offensive strength. The Fever trailed by eight after a strong third quarter from the Dream, who led 72-64. However, Indiana’s defense held Atlanta to just nine points in the fourth, outscoring them 17-9 to push the game into extra time.
The Dream had one more chance during regulation with a tied score of 81-81. Reese had an opportunity to win the game but missed a layup, leading to an intense overtime sequence. In the extra period, Reese scored first, but Indiana quickly dominated, with Kelsey Mitchell extending her streak to 19 consecutive 20-point games.
A controversial moment arose when a foul call on Clark allowed Rhyne Howard three free throws, cutting Indiana’s lead to 93-91. Indiana contested the call, but the officials upheld it. Howard made all three free throws.
Clark, calm under pressure, then sealed the game with two more free throws. In the final moments, she grabbed a rebound and strategically passed the ball to run out the clock, securing the Fever’s victory.
Clark finished with a near-double-double, adding nine assists to her total. Despite needing 20 shots and committing five turnovers, her performance was crucial. Mitchell contributed 20 points on a challenging shooting night, while Makayla Timpson scored six points in overtime.
Aliyah Boston’s performance was stellar, tallying 18 points, 14 rebounds, four assists, five steals, and three blocks.
Sophie Cunningham’s three points, including a pivotal and-1 play, played a role in the Fever’s comeback. Reese contributed significantly but faced shooting challenges and foul trouble. Allisha Gray’s 32 points led Atlanta, supported by Howard’s 17.
The Dream excelled at the foul line, scoring 25-for-26, highlighting their accurate shooting, though it fell short of victory.
The intense game showcased familiar elements: early runs, a defensive stand, late-game drama, and Clark’s game-sealing free throws, marking another remarkable chapter in their rivalry.
Reporter Dan Zaksheske contributed this analysis from OutKick.