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Indiana Fever Top Sparks 87-78, Clark Scores 24

5/14/2026

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Summary

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Indiana Fever beat Los Angeles Sparks 87-78 on May 13, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena.
Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever) hit first three-pointer of the season with 4:51 left, extending the lead to 78-63.
Clark finished with 24 points and nine assists while teammate Teaira Mitchell added 23 points for Indiana.
Kelsey Plum scored 25 points, leaving the Sparks at 0-2 on the season.
The game aired on USA Network and DIRECTV.

History

Historical Context

The WNBA launched its inaugural 1997 season, when the Houston Comets captured the first championship. The league grew to a 26th season in 2022, expanding to a 36-game schedule and securing national TV slots on ABC, ESPN and CBS. The May 2026 USA Network double-header at Crypto.com Arena, headlined by Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Plum, reflects that long-term broadcast expansion.

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Story summary

Indiana Fever beat Los Angeles Sparks 87-78 on May 13, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena.
Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever) hit first three-pointer of the season with 4:51 left, extending the lead to 78-63.
Clark finished with 24 points and nine assists while teammate Teaira Mitchell added 23 points for Indiana.
Kelsey Plum scored 25 points, leaving the Sparks at 0-2 on the season.
The game aired on USA Network and DIRECTV.

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