The Indiana Fever are heading into the 2025 WNBA regular season with serious momentum.

On May 10, 2025, the Fever defeated the Atlanta Dream 81–76 at the Gateway Center Arena, closing out their preseason undefeated — a strong statement from a franchise that just a season ago was viewed as rebuilding. With a mix of veteran leadership and rising star power, Indiana looks poised to make real noise this year.

Caitlin Clark: 1st preseason game with Indiana Fever a sellout

Clark, Hull, Mitchell Shine in Balanced Attack

Rookie sensation Caitlin Clark continued to live up to the hype, nearly recording a triple-double with 13 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. She commanded the floor with confidence and composure, showcasing her versatility on both ends of the court.

Raucous crowd roars its approval for Caitlin Clark in her home debut with Fever, an 83-80 win

Meanwhile:

Lexie Hull led the scoring with 14 points, hitting clutch shots late in the game.

Kelsey Mitchell added 12 points, providing a steady scoring presence.

Aliyah Boston played a key role defensively and on the boards, helping control the paint against a physical Dream frontcourt.

Caitlin Clark: 1st preseason game with Indiana Fever a sellout

 

“We’re clicking at the right time,” Clark said after the win. “There’s still work to do, but we’re building something special here.”

Team Chemistry & Depth on Display

The win over Atlanta wasn’t just about the stars — it was a full team effort. The Fever bench contributed meaningful minutes, showing the kind of depth that could be critical throughout a long season. Defensively, Indiana tightened up in the fourth quarter, forcing key turnovers and closing the game with maturity and control.

Raucous crowd roars its approval for Caitlin Clark in her home debut with Fever, an 83-80 win

Head Coach Christie Sides said, “I’m proud of the way we’ve come together. Going undefeated in the preseason doesn’t guarantee anything, but it tells me we’re moving in the right direction.”

 

Eyes on May 16: Season Opener vs. Chicago Sky

The Fever will now begin preparations for their regular season opener against the Chicago Sky on May 16. With a young core led by Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and seasoned players like Kelsey Mitchell, the team is setting its sights on the playoffs — and possibly more.

“We’re not here just to compete. We’re here to win,” Clark said with a grin. “And we believe we can.”