Indiana Fever Files | with Scott Agness
Scott Agness
Fever Files is a podcast on the Indiana Fever from reporter Scott Agness, who's been around The Fieldhouse since 2003. He delivers comprehensive coverage of the team, tracking how they are performing on the court as well as going deep into stories about the team off the court. Unique insight from the court — and on key figures like head coach Stephanie White and Caitlin Clark.
Episodes
Recap: Fever's Season Ends in Las Vegas With Loss to Aces — Offense Not Enough
The Indiana Fever’s 2026 season came to an end Thursday night in Las Vegas with a 94-83 loss to the Aces in Game 3.Indiana stayed within striking distance for much of the night, but Las Vegas created separation in the second and fourth quarters and finished with a 14-point advantage at the free-throw line. The Fever were also held to 38.5% shooting.The Fever's Big Three accounted for 60 of the team’s 83 points. Kelsey Mitchell led the Fever with 23 points, Aliyah Boston added 19 points and 10 rebounds, and Caitlin Clark finished with 18.A’ja Wilson was the difference-maker for Las Vegas, scoring a game-high 36 points. Chelsea Gray added 23, while Jackie Young finished with 18 as both Aces guards played all 40 minutes.The Fever now head home with their season over, while Las Vegas advances to Round 2, which begins Sunday.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Caitlin Clark's Brilliance Powers Fever Past Aces to Force Game 3
The Indiana Fever kept their season alive with a 99-89 Game 2 win over the Las Vegas Aces, erasing an 11-point deficit and responding with the kind of edge and intensity they needed.Indiana used a 24-6 run in the second quarter to take the lead for good and never gave it back. Caitlin Clark led the way with 27 points, seven rebounds and 15 assists, while the Fever’s Big Three combined for 75 points after totaling just 45 in Game 1.Jackie Young led all scorers with 31 points, but this night belonged to the Fever.Now it all comes down to Thursday in Las Vegas, where Indiana and the Aces will play a decisive Game 3 with the season on the line.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Fever-Aces Game 2 Preview — Can Indiana Extend Its Season?
I went live Tuesday afternoon to preview Game 2 of Fever-Aces in Indianapolis, with Indiana looking to extend its season and force a Game 3 in Las Vegas.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Aces Overwhelm Fever in Game 1 Behind A'ja Wilson — Game 2 In Less Than 48 Hours
The Indiana Fever dropped Game 1 of their best-of-three playoff series to the Las Vegas Aces, 102-85, after the game got away from them in the second quarter.The score was tied at 36 before Las Vegas took control. The Aces shot 59% from the field, forced 17 turnovers and led by as many as 27 points. It was their third loss in four games, all by at least 16 points.A’ja Wilson dominated with 38 points and 16 rebounds. Caitlin Clark, playing in her first playoff game in two years, finished with 15 points and 10 assists as Las Vegas made things difficult for her and the Fever throughout the night. Aliyah Boston scored 18 points, while Raven Johnson provided 14 off the bench.There’s little time to dwell on it. Game 2 is Tuesday in Indianapolis, less than 48 hours after Game 1 ended, with the Fever needing a win to extend the series.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever's Worst Night of the Season Comes at the Worst Time — 20-Point Loss in Minnesota
Nothing went right for the Indiana Fever in their regular-season finale.They fell behind 25-4, trailed by as many as 36 points and were blown out 86-66 by the Minnesota Lynx in their worst performance of the season.Aliyah Boston exited early with a right knee injury, while Ty Harris suffered a left ankle injury. The Fever never led, suffered their largest loss of the season and saw Kelsey Mitchell’s streak of 27 consecutive games with at least 20 points come to an end.Caitlin Clark also endured the lowest-scoring game of her career, finishing with two points on 1-of-12 shooting.The loss drops Indiana to the No. 6 seed, setting up a first-round playoff matchup Sunday in Las Vegas — a rematch of their second-round series last postseason.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Caitlin Clark Leads Fever Past Lynx In Home Finale — Just One Game Left
The Indiana Fever gave their fans plenty to enjoy on Fan Appreciation Night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, bouncing back from Sunday’s ugly loss to Washington with a 96-77 win over the Minnesota Lynx in their regular-season home finaleIndiana raced out to a 31-16 lead after the first quarter, and Caitlin Clark led the way with 27 points, seven rebounds, nine assists, and four steals. Kelsey Mitchell added 20 points and four assists, extending her streak of consecutive 20-point games to 27.Minnesota head coach Cheryl Reeve pulled her starters midway through the second quarter and limited them to roughly 13 minutes apiece, but the Fever still had to withstand a push. Indiana was outscored 30-14 in the third quarter, and the Lynx cut the lead to seven before the Fever regained control — important with playoff seeding still at stake for both teams.The Fever improve to 28-15 and will face Minnesota again Thursday in Game 44 before turning their attention to the playoffs.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Shake Off Rust, Pull Away From Toronto Behind 33 from Mitchell, 28 & 14 from Clark
The Indiana Fever returned from the World Cup break with a 103-85 win in Toronto, opening a four-game week that will close out the regular season.Indiana shot 59% from the field and built a 16-point first-half lead, but sloppy play through the middle two quarters — turnovers and giving up offense rebounds — allowed the undermanned Tempo to make it a game. The Fever responded by owning the fourth, outscoring Toronto 24-12 to secure win No. 27 of the season.Kelsey Mitchell led all scorers with 33 points and extended her WNBA-record streak to 25 consecutive games with at least 20. Caitlin Clark, fresh off winning World Cup gold with Team USA, added 28 points and 14 assists. Myisha Hines-Allen also provided an important lift off the bench, especially in the second half.Next up: the Fever return home to host the Washington Mystics on Sunday afternoon.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
FIBA Women's World Cup Debrief - With French Journalist Eliott Caillot
French journalist Eliott Caillot of Taille 6 joins me to look back at the FIBA Women’s World Cup after he covered the tournament in Berlin.We discuss the atmosphere surrounding the event, France’s dominant run to the championship game, Team USA winning gold for a fifth consecutive World Cup, and what stood out from Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston of the Indiana Fever.Caillot also brings a unique perspective after spending more than a year in Indianapolis covering the Fever and Pacers while attending Butler University, so we also talked about his experience in Indy and time at the school.Eliott on Twitter https://x.com/eliott_caillotTaille 6 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/taillesix/Taille 6 on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Taille6-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Team USA Erases 14-Point Deficit, Beats France to Win Fifth Straight World Cup Gold Medal
Team USA completed a huge comeback to beat France 97-79 in the FIBA Women’s World Cup championship game and claim its fifth consecutive gold medal.They fell behind by 14 in the first half after France used a 16-0 run, but they responded before halftime. Angel Reese forced a turnover that led to a Caitlin Clark 3-pointer at the buzzer, cutting the deficit to 45-43.From there, Team USA took over. The Americans opened the second half on an 11-2 run and outscored France 30-12 in the third quarter to seize control.Breanna Stewart led the way with 22 points and 10 rebounds, Jackie Young added 18 points, six rebounds and five assists, while Clark scored 12 points and Aliyah Boston added seven.In my postgame recap, I break down the comeback, the decisive third quarter and what this World Cup run meant for Clark, Boston and Team USA before the WNBA season resumes Thursday.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Team USA Survives Spain, Reaches World Cup Final — Offense Still Looks Disjointed
Team USA is headed to the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup championship game after beating Spain 76-66 in Saturday’s semifinal.They overcame another slow start and led by just three at halftime. Neither team shot 40% from the field, and Team USA went only 3 of 18 from 3-point range, but its defense and free-throw shooting carried the day. The Americans made 27 of 35 free throws and held Spain in check enough late to win by double digits.Breanna Stewart led the way with 16 points and six rebounds in 29 minutes. Aliyah Boston added six points and seven rebounds and played important minutes late, while Caitlin Clark was limited to one point and one assist in 17 minutes after leading Team USA in minutes in each of its previous games.Team USA finished with more turnovers (15) than assists (13) and still look disconnected offensively outside of a few strong stretches. But a win is a win, and Team USA will face France in the championship game at 2 p.m. ET Sunday.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Team USA Leaves No Doubt, Blows Out Hungary 108-56 to Reach World Cup Semifinals
Team USA overwhelmed Hungary 108-56 in the FIBA Women’s World Cup quarterfinals, delivering its most complete performance of the tournament.They shot 59% from the field, 52% from 3-point range and assisted on 31 of 40 made baskets while getting contributions from everyone. All 12 players scored and played at least 11 minutes.Napheesa Collier was the Player of the Game after finishing with 19 points and seven rebounds. Caitlin Clark added 10 points and nine assists, Aliyah Boston had eight points, four rebounds and three assists, and Clark and Angel Reese connected effectively throughout the game as the team has now been together for more than 10 days.Team USA now advances to the semifinals, where it will face Spain at 2 p.m. ET Saturday.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: This Looked More Like Team USA: Americans Crush Czechia 105-64; Quarterfinals Next.Recap: This Looked More Like Team USA: Americas Crush Czechia 105-64; Quarterfinals Next.
Team USA delivered the bounce-back performance it needed, routing Czechia 105-64 to finish FIBA Women’s World Cup Group Play 3-0.The USA women looked far sharper from the start, assisting on 10 of their 11 first-quarter field goals. By halftime, they had already scored more points than they did in the entire win over Italy — while committing just two turnovers. Yes, the level of opponent wasn't equal to Italy -- but USA's actions, ball movement, and efficiency was much improved.Six players scored in double figures, everyone played at least 14 minutes and all 12 players scored. Breanna Stewart was named Player of the Game after finishing with 19 points, seven rebounds and six assists, while Caitlin Clark added nine points and a game-high seven assists.Team USA advances to Thursday’s quarterfinals, where it will face Hungary or Japan.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Team USA Survives Italy Scare, Clinches Quarterfinal Spot Despite Ugly Performance
Team USA survived a major scare from Italy, escaping with a 55-52 win to clinch a spot in the FIBA Women’s World Cup quarterfinals in Berlin.Very little went right for the Americans. They blew a double-digit first-half lead, were outscored 16-11 in the second quarter and shot just 28.6% from the field — including 1 of 12 from 3-point range. Team USA also committed 14 turnovers against just 16 made field goals and missed too many chances around the rim.Italy played with urgency, confidence and nothing to lose, pushing the U.S. all the way to the finish. Jackie Young was the only American in double figures with 10 points, while Aliyah Boston added six points and three rebounds and helped close out the win.In my postgame recap, I break down what went wrong, why Italy caused so many problems and what Team USA needs to fix before the quarterfinals. But up next, they face Czechia at 2:45 p.m. ET on Monday.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Clark named Player of the Game in World Cup Debut as Team USA Rolls Past China
Team USA opened FIBA Women’s World Cup group play with a dominant 94-61 win over China, getting contributions throughout its deep roster.Making her World Cup debut, Caitlin Clark came off the bench and was named Player of the Game after finishing with 14 points and 11 rebounds. All 12 U.S. players played at least 12 minutes and scored, while Aliyah Boston added seven points and two rebounds.In my postgame recap, I break down Clark’s debut, Team USA’s depth and what stood out from the opening win. They return to action Sunday against Italy.My preview story: https://www.fieldhousefiles.com/p/caitlin-clark-aliyah-boston-team-usa-fiba-world-cup-2026-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Clark, Mitchell Go For 34 Each as Fever Throttle Sun, Enter World Cup Break 26-14
The Fever closed out the first portion of their season in emphatic fashion, beating the Connecticut Sun 111-91 in the franchise’s final visit to Indianapolis before relocating to Houston next season.Indiana trailed by nine after the first quarter, then exploded for 39 points in the second to take control. Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell each scored 34 points — the fourth time they’ve both reached 30 in the same game and the second game in a row they’ve done it.Mitchell extended her WNBA-record streak to 24 consecutive games with at least 20 points, while Clark recorded her fifth game this season with 30+ points and 10+ assists.The Fever enter the World Cup break 26-14 and fourth in the WNBA standings. They return to action Sept. 18 at Toronto.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Stay (Too) Hot in Toronto: Mitchell drops 29, Indiana Wins 5th Straight
The Indiana Fever never trailed in a 101-95 win over the Toronto Tempo, making their first trip north of the border a successful one.Kelsey Mitchell scored 16 of her game-high 29 points in the first quarter before heading back to the locker room in the fourth, apparently overheated inside a sweltering Scotiabank Arena. Several players complained about the temperature as a sellout crowd of 19,300 watched Toronto lose its 11th straight game.Caitlin Clark added 24 points and seven assists, along with seven turnovers, while Indiana built a 17-point lead and held off the Tempo for its fifth consecutive win.Up next: The road trip continues Thursday in Dallas.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Clark Drops 26, Timpson Has Career Game as Fever Beat Dream in OT
Indiana opened a grueling stretch of five games in eight days — all on the road — with a 95-91 overtime win in Atlanta.Caitlin Clark finished with 26 points and nine assists, while Makayla Timpson delivered a career-high 20 points and came up huge in overtime with three straight buckets. Allisha Gray led all scorers with a career-high 32 points for the Dream.Postgame reaction, takeaways and more from a hard-earned Fever road win.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Caitlin Clark Takes Over as Fever Own 4Q to Beat Wings
Caitlin Clark erupted for 17 points in the third quarter and finished with 29 points and 10 assists as the Indiana Fever rallied past the Dallas Wings, 98-87.Indiana scored just 35 points in the first half and entered the fourth down three, then exploded for a 35-21 final period to secure its third straight win and improve to 8-2 over the last month.Kelsey Mitchell added 23 points, extending her streak of 20-point games to 18, while Paige Bueckers matched Clark with 29 for Dallas. A critical win for the Fever before beginning a demanding stretch of five games in eight days Sunday in Atlanta.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
How Far Can the Fever Go? The Ringer's Seerat Sohi on Clark, Mitchell, Boston & more
The Ringer’s Seerat Sohi joins the Fever Files Podcast for a big-picture look at the Indiana Fever from a national perspective.We discuss the Fever’s growth, what this team is capable of and what may still be missing, plus the play of their Big Three: Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Aliyah Boston.We also get into whether some of the fun surrounding this Fever season has been lost, the WNBA’s leadership and lack of transparency, and how the upcoming World Cup could impact the schedule — and potentially be a negative for the Fever.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Respond to Stephanie White's Message With Dominant Win Over New York
The night began with an impassioned message from coach Stephanie White about the online discourse surrounding the Fever and WNBA. Her team responded emphatically. The Fever scored 29 points in the first quarter, led by as many as 21 and shot 16-of-25 from 3-point range in a 106-92 win over the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Kelsey Mitchell scored a game-high 28 points, Caitlin Clark added 22 points and 10 assists, and Sophie Cunningham knocked down 4-of-5 from deep as the Fever improved to 21-12.My thoughts on the game, White sharing what's on her heart, and the team responding to it.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Caitlin Clark’s Technical Rescinded by WNBA + Fever Add Mercedes Russell | 12 Games to Go
Caitlin Clark’s technical foul from Saturday’s win in Chicago was rescinded by the WNBA — an important ruling as she sits one technical away from an automatic suspension.I break down what happened, why I don’t believe TV networks needed to get involved, and what it means for Clark and the Indiana Fever over the final 12 games of the regular season.Plus: the Fever add veteran center Mercedes Russell following Damiris Dantas’ season-ending knee injury, the latest on the rotation, and why this upcoming stretch before the World Cup break is so important for Indiana’s playoff positioning.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Survive Late Sky Push for 20th Win | Clark’s 8th Tech? Carrington Ejected
(I apologize for the audio. Clearly something was off.)The Indiana Fever overcame an early five-point deficit with a 24-6 run to close the first half, taking an 11-point lead into halftime before holding off multiple late Chicago runs for a 90-86 win at the United Center — their 20th victory of the season.Caitlin Clark finished with 26 points and 11 assists, while Kelsey Mitchell scored 27 to extend her streak to 16 consecutive games with at least 20 points. Aliyah Boston added 13 points and 11 rebounds, and Makayla Timpson started in place of Monique Billings.The game also featured plenty of controversy: DiJonai Carrington was assessed a Flagrant-2 and ejected in the first quarter after a hard transition foul on Sophie Cunningham, while Clark received a third-quarter technical for contact with an official — a call that should be rescinded by the league.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Collapse in Stunning OT Loss to Aces | 26-2 Run, Missed FTs & Chelsea Gray Daggers
The Indiana Fever let one slip away in brutal fashion, falling 86-84 in overtime to the Las Vegas Aces.The Fever endured a costly 26-2 Aces run while going nearly 10 minutes — essentially a full quarter — without a field goal, then missed three straight free throws in the final minute. Chelsea Gray made them pay late, drilling buzzer-beating 3-pointers to end both regulation and overtime.A stunning, disappointing loss for the Fever — and one they’ll be thinking about for a while.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Erase Double-Digit Deficit, But Rally Falls Short as Lynx Win 10th Straight
Kelsey Mitchell finished one point shy of her career high, scoring 37 in the Indiana Fever’s 108-100 loss to the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday afternoon. It was Mitchell’s fifth 30-point game of the season, while Caitlin Clark battled through an illness to add 19 points and 10 assists.The Fever erased a double-digit deficit and pulled within two with 2:37 remaining, but Minnesota closed the game on an 8-2 run. Rookie Olivia Miles scored 28 points, the balanced Lynx shot 57% from the field and extended their winning streak to 10 games. Indiana fell to 19-11 and completed its road trip with a 2-1 record.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Caitlin Clark’s Triple-Double Leads Fever to Season-Best 5th Straight Win
The Indiana Fever stayed red-hot late Friday night, beating the Portland Fire 112-98 for their season-best fifth consecutive win. Caitlin Clark recorded her first triple-double of the season — and fourth as a pro — with 26 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists, while Kelsey Mitchell added 26 points and extended her remarkable streak to 13 straight games with at least 20 points and three made 3-pointers.Six Fever players scored in double figures, including Sophie Cunningham with 13 points off the bench and rookie Makayla Timpson, who delivered 15 points in just 19 minutes. Indiana reached 100 points for the 13th time this season, improved to 19-10 and now heads to Minnesota for the conclusion of its road trip Sunday.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Win 4th Straight Behind Clark, Mitchell — But Boston Exits With Injury
The Indiana Fever returned from the All-Star break with a 105-95 road win over the Seattle Storm late Tuesday night, extending their winning streak to four games and completing a 3-0 sweep of the season series.Caitlin Clark scored 32 points and Kelsey Mitchell added 28 as the Fever’s star backcourt combined for 60. But the victory came with a significant concern: All-Star center Aliyah Boston went down with an apparent right knee injury late in the second quarter and did not return. Backup center Damiris Dantas (left knee) is not on the road trip either.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Mitchell Leads All Scorers, Clark Experiences First True WNBA All-Star Game
Kelsey Mitchell led all scorers with 28 points in the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game as Team Spoon defeated Team Coop 129-122 at the United Center, while Jonquel Jones (22-13-8) was voted the game’s MVP.I get into Mitchell’s strong performance, Caitlin Clark getting to experience her first true All-Star Game and Aliyah Boston joining them (but only playing five minutes) as the Indiana Fever’s three representatives. Plus, thoughts on the game, Jones’ MVP performance, the atmosphere in Chicago and more from All-Star weekend.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Set Franchise Records as Caitlin Clark, Big Three Dominate Sun
The Indiana Fever (17-10) put together a historic offensive performance in a 123-88 rout of the Connecticut Sun, setting franchise records for points in a game and points in a half (70).Caitlin Clark looked as fluid and comfortable as she has all season, finishing with 27 points and 11 assists for her fifth double-double this season. Clark, Kelsey Mitchell (23 points), and Aliyah Boston (22-6-5) combined for 72 points as the Fever won their third straight game and eighth in their last 11, delivering the perfect feel-good performance heading into the All-Star break.Clark was also issued her 7th technical foul of the season, so she's one away from an automatic one-game suspension.Those three All-Stars will suit up on Saturday, but the Fever do not have a representative for All-Star Friday night.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Dominate NY Behind Kelsey Mitchell, Game-Changing 3Q
The Indiana Fever (16-10) erased an early 13-point deficit and pulled away for a 108-88 win over the New York Liberty, their fourth victory in five games.Kelsey Mitchell (33 points) scored at least 30 points for the second straight night and extended her streak to 10 consecutive games with at least 20. Caitlin Clark, playing in her first back-to-back since her rookie year, battled through a slow start and finished with 17 points and seven assists. The Fever took control with a dominant 30-12 third quarter in which New York committed nine turnovers.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Caitlin Clark Scores 45 as Fever Rally Past Storm in Thriller
One game after suffering a bruised quad, Caitlin Clark delivered the most productive performance of her WNBA career. The three-time All-Star finished with 45 points and 10 assists — becoming the first player in league history to reach both marks in a game — and made 17 of 19 free throws as the Fever completed an eight-point comeback to beat the Seattle Storm 110-107.Indiana led by 17, fell behind by eight with five minutes remaining and then closed strong. Kelsey Mitchell added 30 points, the Fever held Seattle to 19 points in the fourth quarter and committed only 13 turnovers. But they were outscored 66-44 in the paint with Aliyah Boston missing her third game of the season.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Offense Stalls in Loss to Valkyries, Caitlin Clark Suffers Bruised Quad
The Indiana Fever returned home after a strong 3-1 road trip but struggled offensively in an 88-75 loss to the Golden State Valkyries, matching their season-low point total. Indiana briefly erased a double-digit deficit and took the lead with a 17-4 third-quarter run, but Golden State responded, forced 16 turnovers and pulled away for its eighth consecutive win.I also discussed Caitlin Clark's being in pain after a hard landing, her continued minutes restriction, Kelsey Mitchell’s 20-point performance, Sophie Cunningham’s defense and the Fever’s inability to find consistent offense on this night.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Blast Aces Again Behind Mitchell, Boston, and Cunningham’s 3s
LAS VEGAS — My recap of the Fever's win over the Las Vegas Aces for the second time in a week, 109-75, behind another dominant defensive performance and a decisive 23-5 run spanning the third and fourth quarters.Kelsey Mitchell scored 27 points, Aliyah Boston finished with 19 points and 11 rebounds, and Sophie Cunningham made six 3-pointers — two more than the entire Aces roster. Caitlin Clark added 12 points, seven rebounds, and six assists while playing under a 25-minute restriction.They finished the road trip 3-1 and return home to play Golden State on Wednesday.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Fall Flat in LA as Caitlin Clark Returns, Aliyah Boston Sits
Caitlin Clark returned from injury Wednesday night, but the Indiana Fever delivered a disappointing performance in a 106-92 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks. Aliyah Boston was out, and her absence was felt — especially as Indiana struggled with defense, turnovers and getting enough from the frontcourt.In this recap, I break down Clark’s return and minutes restriction, how the Fever looked out of rhythm, the ongoing concerns with injuries and availability, and what needs to improve quickly as they head to Phoenix for their first back-to-back of the season.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Win in Vegas as Kelsey Mitchell Stays Hot
Scott Agness of Fieldhouse Files recaps the Indiana Fever opening their road trip with a strong win Sunday evening in Las Vegas, holding the Aces to a season-low point total despite Caitlin Clark and A’ja Wilson both being sidelined.Kelsey Mitchell delivered another big performance — her fourth straight game with at least 20 points — in an emotional return to Vegas, where her body gave out last fall. In this recap, I break down Mitchell’s play, Indiana’s defensive effort, and why this was an encouraging way for the Fever to begin the trip.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Pummel Sparks 111-87 for Feel-Good Win Before Weeklong Break
The Indiana Fever rolled past the LA Sparks 111-87 on Saturday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, leading by as many as 35 points in one of their most complete wins of the season. Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Plum and Cameron Brink were all sidelined, but Indiana took care of business in the featured CBS primetime game.The Fever had 11 of 12 players score, shot 55% from the field, 53% from 3-point range and 82% at the free-throw line. Kelsey Mitchell led all scorers with 26 points, and Indiana now heads into a weeklong break before beginning a road trip July 5 in Las Vegas.Perhaps the best moment of the night came off the court, with longtime usher Judy being surprised by her son, who she hadn’t seen in seven years due to military deployments.Subscribe for more Indiana Fever coverage, game recaps, analysis, and exclusive reporting from Fieldhouse Files.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Enough is Enough. Clark Leaves Game With Injury, Steph White Speaks Out
The Indiana Fever suffered a 111-109 loss on Wednesday to the Phoenix Mercury, their second meeting in three games. Kelsey Mitchell scored a game-high 30 points before fouling out with 22 seconds left.But this game will be remembered for Caitlin Clark exiting the game with a back injury in the third quarter, not returning, and then head coach Stephanie White having her back postgame. Enough is enough."Absolutely unacceptable!" White said."We spent all offseason looking at officiating. All offseason. And I still say the one thing that we keep asking for is consistency. (Caitlin Clark) is not called the same way everybody else is called."Alyssa Thomas was seen putting her knee to Clark's groin, then fist to throat in the first half; Valeriane Ayayi had a reckless close-out on a 3-point attempt by Clark that was not called either. At least on that one, they went to the monitor, but did not upgrade the foul.Now... how will the league respond? Will they?Clark is the golden goose, the face of the league, and more. The Fever are disgusted with how she has been treated in many ways, but especially with officiating. Player health is everything and this directly impacts her availability.I got into all of it in my postgame report.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Recover From Awful Start, Hold Off Mercury in Physical Win
The Indiana Fever overcame a rough start and a physical, tension-filled fourth quarter to beat the Phoenix Mercury 86-77 in their first matchup of the season.After being outscored 19-6 in the first quarter, going 2 for 18 from the field, Indiana responded with a strong second quarter, then took control with a 30-11 third behind Kelsey Mitchell, Caitlin Clark and a big lift from Monique Billings.Clark finished with a game-high 24 points and nine assists, Billings recorded her first double-double of the season with 14 points and 10 rebounds, and Mitchell helped lead the Fever’s surge after the slow start. The night also featured six technical fouls, a bleeding lip for Mitchell, boos for DeWanna Bonner, and plenty of tension between two teams that will do it all over again Wednesday night in Indianapolis.Plus, Myisha Hines-Allen received a two-tech ejection for the first time in her career.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Indiana Fever Collapse After Hot Start, Fall 113-96 to Dream
The Indiana Fever opened with their best first quarter of the season, scoring 37 points behind Caitlin Clark’s fast start, then got a second-period lift from Kelsey Mitchell’s shot-making. But after leading by as many as 11, the game flipped quickly as Atlanta took control with second-chance opportunities (22 points to 13), transition points (20 to 2) and a decisive third-quarter run.The Dream outscored Indiana 28-15 in the third quarter and never looked back, handing the Fever a 113-96 loss at State Farm Arena. Atlanta’s 113 points set a franchise record, while the Fever dropped to 9-7 after back-to-back losses to the Dream. Indiana now returns home for three straight games against Phoenix, Phoenix again, and Los Angeles.Defense is a major issue, yielding 100+ points in five of their seven losses. Turnovers (19) continue to set them back. And today's performance was not up to the standard.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever’s Win Streak Ends as Dream Score 108, Dominate the Paint
The Fever’s four-game win streak ended Thursday night in a high-scoring loss to the Atlanta Dream, with defense again the biggest concern. Indiana has now allowed 100-plus points in four of its six losses, and Atlanta dominated inside with a season-high 60 points in the paint.Caitlin Clark debuted her Caitlin 1 shoe and led the Fever with 26 points but was limited late by foul trouble, going scoreless in the fourth quarter. Kelsey Mitchell scored 13 of her 26 in the final period, Aliyah Boston added 23, and the Fever’s Big 3 combined for 75 points. Indiana rallied to tie the game at 93, including a 13-3 run with Clark on the bench, but the Dream closed it out late behind a balanced starting five.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Blow Out Tempo 113-91 | Cunningham Erupts, Clark Posts Double-Double
The Indiana Fever (9-5) extended their winning streak to four games with a convincing 113-91 victory over the Tempo in the first-ever meeting between the franchises. They've now won six straight at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Sophie Cunningham delivered her best performance since joining Indiana, scoring a season-high 24 points. She sank a buzzer-beating 3 to close the first quarter and finished 6 for 7 from range. Kelsey Mitchell added 27 points, Caitlin Clark recorded her fourth double-double of the season with 21 points and 14 assists, and Aliyah Boston finished with 18 points and 11 rebounds as the Fever led by as many as 24.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Clark drops 25, Cunningham closes it out in Fever win at Connecticut
The Indiana Fever have won three straight games for the second time this season, defeating the Connecticut Sun 85-75 on Saturday. It was closer than the score suggests, just a two-point game with two minutes left. But then Sophie Cunningham scored the team's final 11 points -- in her first game back at the site where she suffered a torn MCL 10 months ago.Caitlin Clark led all with 25 points, going 5 of 10 from 3-point range. She picked up a technical foul with 22.2 seconds left, though it was unclear what she said or did to earn it. Five Indiana players finished in double figures as Kelsey Mitchell scored 19 and Aliyah Boston added 13 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists.There's still plenty of room for growth from the Fever. They committed 19 turnovers, leading to 25 points, and they surrendered a double-digit lead in a fourth straight game. Their lead was nine at half after holding the Sun to just nine points in the second quarter.They improved to 8-5 this season and 4-1 in Commissioner's Cup play with their next game on Tuesday against the Toronto Tempo. That begins a stretch with five of their next six games at home over the next two weeks.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever score franchise-record 114 in OT win vs Sky | Clark & Boston combine for 66 points
The Indiana Fever returned home on Thursday and defeated the Chicago Sky 114-106, needing an extra period to do so. Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston teamed up to score 66 points.The Fever led by as many as 19 points, but then gave up 65 points in the middle two quarters. Clark finished with 32 points, 7 rebounds, and 10 assists; Boston piled up a career-high 34 points and 12 rebounds in the win. The Fever finished 29 of 31 at the foul line, including Clark making all 15.Myisha Hines-Allen and Makayla Timpson played big minutes as Monique Billings was in foul trouble and limited. Sophie Cunningham missed her first game of the season due to a right elbow injury.Subscribe for more Indiana Fever coverage from Fieldhouse Files.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
The Fever Revoked My Media Credential. Here's the Full Story.
Hi again, subscribers and Indiana Fever fans. I wanted you to hear directly from me.After more than a decade covering the franchise, the Fever revoked my media credential — which eliminates my access to team events. In this video, I explain what happened on May 20, address the reporting at the center of the dispute, and discuss why this situation should concern journalists, independent media, and fans alike.Thank you to everyone who has reached out with support and encouragement.Here's my full story, in written form: https://www.fieldhousefiles.com/p/an-update-for-subscribers-and-fever-fans-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Put Out Fire Without Caitlin Clark | Aliyah Boston Returns, Lexie Hull Doesn't Miss
The Indiana Fever delivered their first wire-to-wire win of the season Wednesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, beating the Portland Fire 90-73 — and they did it without Caitlin Clark. Less than two hours before tipoff, the Fever announced Clark (back) would miss her first game of the season.But Indiana handled the expansion franchise without her to improve to 3-2 and move above .500 for the first time this season.Aliyah Boston returned to the starting lineup after missing the first game of her career since high school, and she immediately made her presence felt. Lexie Hull knocked down all four of her 3-point attempts (one more than the Portland) while finishing with 16 points and eight rebounds. Veteran Ty Harris moved into the starting lineup contributed seven assists and zero turnovers as the Fever piled up 21 assists as a team.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Fever Return to Practice After Four Games: Boston, Hines-Allen, White, Tully Bevilaqua
Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com takes you inside Fever practice on Tuesday — and through all the key details after four games. Injury updates on Aliyah Boston and Makayla Timpson.Hear from Boston, Myisha Hines-Allen, Stephanie White, and Tully Bevilaqua.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Beat Storm Behind Caitlin Clark’s Complete Game, First Home Win of Season
The Indiana Fever earned their first home win of the season with an 89-78 victory over the Seattle Storm at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Caitlin Clark delivered one of her most complete performances yet: 21 points, 10 assists, 7 rebounds and a perfect 9-for-9 at the free-throw line in just 24 minutes. Sophie Cunningham added 17 points off the bench as the Fever improved defensively and controlled the paint despite being without Aliyah BostonIn this postgame recap from inside the interview room, I discuss:- Clark’s all-around performance and another record-setting night- Stephanie White’s lineup changes and defensive focus- Boston missing the first game of her pro career- Makayla Timpson’s growing role and scary collision- Who was in attendance at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Subscribe for Indiana Fever coverage, postgame analysis, interviews and behind-the-scenes reporting throughout the WNBA season.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Lose in OT to Mystics | Clark Erupts Late, Boston Exits Injured
The Indiana Fever dropped to 1-2 on the season after a 104-102 overtime loss to the Washington Mystics at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.Caitlin Clark scored 32 points and exploded for 17 in the fourth quarter, including a game-tying 3-pointer to force overtime. But Indiana struggled defensively throughout the night, allowing 58 points in the paint and another strong shooting performance from an opponent.The biggest storyline may be Aliyah Boston leaving in the third quarter with a lower leg injury. I break down Boston’s exit, Clark finding her rhythm, the Fever’s defensive issues, Stephanie White’s postgame comments and what comes next during this difficult early-season stretch.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Recap: Fever Beat Sparks for First Win | Caitlin Clark Scores 24 & Earns tech, Mitchell Adds 23
My recap of the Indiana Fever’s first win of the season, an 87-78 road victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday night. Caitlin Clark finished with 24 points and nine assists, Kelsey Mitchell added 23, and the Fever never trailed over the final three quarters despite 17 turnovers and an off shooting night from 3-point range.On the win, Clark earning her first technical foul of the season, another teammate trying to lock her up, Aliyah Boston fouling out in 23 minutes, Monique Billings making her Fever debut, and the Sparks making a late push after closing the game on an 11-3 run.Plus, postgame moments between Clark and Kate Martin, the Fever bringing back Bree Hall on a development contract, officiating trends early in the season, and Indiana heading straight home overnight with four games in the next eight days.Full coverage on FieldhouseFiles.com — and interviews on YouTube.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Poor Defense Costs Fever in Caitlin Clark’s Return | Wings Win 107-104
Scott Agness of FieldhouseFiles.com discusses the Fever's 107-104 season-opening loss to the Dallas Wings Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. They were outscored in three of four quarters, allowed the Wings to shoot 59% — and still had a chance at the end of the game.On Caitlin Clark's return to the WNBA, why she went back to the tunnel a few times, Kelsey Mitchell leading with 30 points and getting the final shot, Monique Billings held out, defensive breakdowns, and teams adapting to officiating.Full coverage on FieldhouseFiles.com — and interviews on YouTube.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.
Day 12 of Fever Camp: Shatori Walker-Kimbrough, Ty Harris, Stephanie White
On the final day before the regular season, the Fever held practice on the game floor at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. It was their second day of game prep for the Dallas Wings, who they faced in the preseason.Before practice, hear from newcomer Shatori Walker-Kimbrough, Ty Harris — along with head coach Stephanie White.Full coverage on FieldhouseFiles.com — and interviews on YouTube.-----Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram, and read his work on fieldhousefiles.com.