Indiana Fever overcame the Sun by 38 points with Kelsey Mitchell's performance

• Kelsey Mitchell scored 38 points in the game against the Sun.
• Sophie Cunningham sustained an injury during the game.
• Indiana Fever improved their playoff chances with this victory.

This was reported by Marca, Marca.

On August 17, 2025, in a WNBA match, the Indiana Fever executed an incredible comeback, defeating the Connecticut Sun with a score of 99-93 in overtime. Kelsey Mitchell became the heroine of the match, scoring 38 points, 34 of which were scored after halftime.

The team started the game slowly, trailing by 21 points. However, in the second half, the situation changed when Mitchell began to actively attack the basket, and her teammate Lexi Hall hit a three-pointer with 44.9 seconds left in overtime.

An important factor in the game was the injury to Sophie Cunningham, which left a gap in the lineup due to her serious injury. This situation put her participation in future games at risk, especially since she had become an essential player for the team in the absence of Kaitlyn Clark, who is also injured.

Considering Cunningham's injury, other players, including Odyssey Sims and Natasha Howard, also stepped up, but Mitchell became a key figure in leading the team.

Head coach Stephanie White emphasized the importance of Cunningham's health and expressed gratitude for the team's resilience in her absence, despite the challenges.

The next match for the Fever will take place on August 22 against the Minnesota Lynx, where the team aims to continue their successful play.

Tags: Sport/Basketball