Connecticut Sun vs. Indiana Fever: What Happened Last Night
The Indiana Fever created an end-to-end thrill in last night’s win over the Connecticut Sun at Gainbridge Fieldhouse with an exciting win, **84-80**. It was of great importance to the Fever, as this stalled off a series sweep against the Sun, the team that had roughed them up earlier in the season.
Game Highlights:
Hot Start for the Fever: The Fever came out flat, starting the game down *8-2*. The bleeding was short-lived, though, as they took a nine-point lead into halftime. Indiana shot a hot **50%** from beyond the arc in the first half.
Close Finish: The game was in tight competition going to the end. With just one minute left, buckets were exchanged between the Fever and the Sun. The deciding moment was the Sun center Alyssa Thomas’s turnover with **24 seconds** left. Then, Lexie Hull sealed the win for Indiana on two big free throws.
Standout Performances:
**Lexie Hull**: Hull, who started in place of Katie Lou Samuelson, had an immediate impact of **17 points**, **eight rebounds**, and **three assists**. She hit **4-of-5** from beyond the arc.
– **Kelsey Mitchell:** Mitchell kept her hot streak going, tallying up **23 points** on **8-of-14** shooting. It marked her fifth straight game with **21+ points**, and she’s averaging **26.2 points** since the Olympic break.
**Notable Attendees**
The game drew in quite a few celebrities, including Olympic gold medalists Simone Biles and Gabby Thomas, entertainment icon David Letterman, and Colts QB Anthony Richardson.
**Fever’s Season Update**
With the win, Fever now sits at **15-16** and currently sits seventh in the league, securing their playoff position.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What time does the Connecticut Sun vs. Indiana Fever tip-off?
The time for the tip is **7:00 PM ET**. In case of a schedule change, kindly check local listings to confirm.
2. Who were the standout players in the Fever vs. Sun game?
Lexie Hull scored 17 points with eight rebounds and three assists, while Kelsey Mitchell added 23 points.
3. Where to Watch Washington Mystics vs. Chicago Sky?
Follow it on NBA TV or stream via NBA League Pass and official team apps.
4. What is the current standing of the Indiana Fever?
The Fever are now 15-16 and in seventh place in the league, which helps secure their playoff position.
5. Are there any notable celebrities attending the games?
Yes, last night’s game featured appearances by Simone Biles, Gabby Thomas, David Letterman, and Anthony Richardson.
