On May 10, 2025, basketball fans from all walks of life came together — both online and in person — for an electric WNBA Pre-Season Watch Party as the Indiana Fever faced off against the Atlanta Dream in one of the most anticipated exhibition matchups of the year. Hosted in collaboration with WNBA fan groups, media outlets, and team communities, the watch party was more than just a game — it was a celebration of the sport, the players, and the passionate culture surrounding women’s basketball.

A Game Worth Watching

The Fever pulled out a hard-fought 81–76 victory, led by rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, who once again impressed fans with her vision, poise, and versatility. Alongside strong performances from Lexie Hull and Kelsey Mitchell, Indiana finished the preseason undefeated and ready to enter the regular season with confidence.

For the Dream, standout rookie Te-Hina Paopao turned heads with her shot creation and court awareness, giving Atlanta plenty to build on moving forward.

Watch Party Highlights

Whether fans were tuning in from local sports bars, joining official livestreams, or gathering at home with friends and family, the energy was electric. Here’s what made the night unforgettable:

Live reactions and commentary from WNBA analysts and influencers kept fans engaged throughout the game.

Interactive polls and trivia added an extra layer of fun, testing fans’ knowledge of WNBA history and current stars.

Fan giveaways, including signed merch, digital posters, and tickets to opening night games, created plenty of excitement.

A live Q&A session with former players and team insiders gave fans insider stories and analysis.

Fans Show Up and Show Out

Social media lit up with posts, memes, and live tweets during the watch party. The hashtags #FeverVsDream and #WNBAWatchParty trended across platforms as fans shared highlight clips and celebrated the return of WNBA action.

“Seeing Caitlin Clark run the floor live with all my friends? Instant classic. This is why we watch,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).

“The Fever look dangerous this year. What a night,” another wrote during the final minutes.

Season Tip-Off Coming Soon

With the regular season tipping off on May 14, teams are locking in, and fans are more hyped than ever. If the Fever vs. Dream preseason clash was any indication, the 2025 WNBA season is set to be one of the most competitive and entertaining yet.