Who needs a full roster when you’re this locked in?

The Indiana Fever just pulled off their most shocking and dominant win of the season, crushing the Chicago Sky 91–64 — without three of their biggest names: Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham, and Stephanie Mavunga.

Let that sink in. No No. 1 pick. No veteran shooters. No problem.

Aari McDonald is HER

With Caitlin Clark resting, all eyes were on who would step up. The answer? Aari McDonald — and she delivered big time. The speedy guard torched Chicago with 18 points, 7 assists, and 5 steals, leading the charge on both ends of the court. Her defensive energy, quickness in transition, and leadership kept Indiana in full control from start to finish.

Aliyah Boston and NaLyssa Smith DOMINATE Inside

Aliyah Boston was a wall in the paint. Rebounds? Secured. Buckets? Efficient. She controlled the glass, while NaLyssa Smith brought the hustle and physicality, overwhelming the Sky’s frontcourt — including rookie Angel Reese, who struggled to find rhythm against Indiana’s size and pressure.

The Fever’s frontcourt didn’t just hold the line — they owned it.

Chicago Sky in Shambles

Chicago came in looking to make a statement — instead, they got steamrolled. Angel Reese had a tough outing, plagued by missed opportunities, defensive lapses, and a critical travel call that even drew viral sideline reactions from the Fever bench.

With Marina Mabrey and Reese both struggling, the Sky never got going offensively. Indiana led by double digits for most of the game and never looked back.

Depth on Display

What made this win truly terrifying for the rest of the WNBA? The Fever were missing three core players — and still dominated. It wasn’t just the starters either. Bench players stepped up with confidence, moved the ball, locked in defensively, and played with a chip on their shoulder.

This wasn’t just a win. It was a statement: Indiana isn’t just “the Caitlin Clark show.” They’re building something real — something deep, tough, and dangerous.

Final Score: Indiana Fever 91 – Chicago Sky 64

Up Next: With momentum surging and confidence rising, the Fever look to keep stacking wins. For the Sky? It’s back to the drawing board after one of their most humbling losses of the season.