The Indiana Fever marched into the United Center and dominated from start to finish, handing the Chicago Sky a humiliating 91–64 beatdown — and they did it without star rookie Caitlin Clark. Instead, it was Aari McDonald and Lexie Hull who took center stage and lit up Angel Reese and the Sky in their own house.

Aari McDonald: The Engine That Didn’t Stop

With Caitlin Clark resting, Aari McDonald wasted no time stepping into the spotlight. She was everywhere — pushing the pace, locking up defenders, and bringing nonstop energy. McDonald finished with 18 points, 7 assists, and 5 steals, setting the tone for a Fever team that looked hungry and fearless.

She controlled the game with speed and poise, slicing through the Sky defense and leaving no doubt who was running the show.

Lexie Hull Breaks Out

Lexie Hull delivered one of the best performances of her career, knocking down big shots and making hustle plays all over the court. She brought defensive grit and hit timely buckets to keep the Sky on their heels. Her energy off the ball and clutch scoring helped fuel the Fever’s early double-digit lead — one they never gave up.

Hull showed she’s more than just a role player — she’s a difference-maker.

Angel Reese & the Sky Get Humbled at Home

All eyes were on Angel Reese, especially with her longtime college rival Caitlin Clark out of the game. But instead of seizing the spotlight, Reese struggled to find her rhythm. The Fever’s physical interior defense and aggressive pace seemed to throw her off balance all game long.

Reese was hit with a key travel call late in the game — and cameras caught the Fever bench bursting into wild celebration, with sideline reactions that instantly went viral. It was just one of many moments where the Fever clearly looked like the more focused and fired-up team.

Indiana’s Depth Sends a Message

No Caitlin Clark. No Sophie Cunningham. No Stephanie Mavunga.
And still — a 27-point road win.

This game wasn’t about one player. It was about team execution, defensive intensity, and next-player-up mentality. The Fever looked locked in, united, and ready to prove they’re more than just hype.

This was not just a win — it was a warning to the rest of the WNBA: the Fever are rising, fast.

Final Score: Indiana Fever 91 – Chicago Sky 64

Next Up: The Fever return home full of momentum, while the Sky are left stunned, searching for answers after one of their most lopsided losses of the season — in front of their own fans.