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Indiana Fever 89-78 Over Seattle, Clark Sets Assist Record

5/18/2026

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Summary

Clark Sets Record

Indiana Fever beat Seattle Storm 89-78, delivering their home win of the 2026 season after an 0-2 start.
Caitlin Clark posted 21 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds, her 12th career 20-point, 10-assist game, extending the WNBA record.
The Fever recorded a 15-0 opening run, a 55-44 halftime lead and 35% opponent shooting, with Kelsey Mitchell and Sophie Cunningham each adding 17 points despite missing All-Star forward Aliyah Boston.

Summary

White Previews Schedule

The team faces Portland Fire on Wednesday, May 20, then Golden State Valkyries on Friday.
It travels west for road games at the Chase Center on May 28 and the Moda Center on May 30.
Coach Stephanie White praised improved second-half defense but called for more consistency and fewer fouls.
June adds twelve games, seven at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, raising the home-court load while White stresses activity level and help side as essential.

History

Historical Context

Since the WNBA began in 1997 with eight teams and the Houston Comets won the first championship, the league has expanded to 15 franchises by 2026, including the Indiana Fever, added in 2000. The Fever’s 15-0 start that season, highlighted by Caitlin Clark—the 2024 first-overall pick—delivering a breakout performance, mirrors the early breakthrough moments that grew the league.

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Clark Sets Record

Indiana Fever beat Seattle Storm 89-78, delivering their home win of the 2026 season after an 0-2 start.
Caitlin Clark posted 21 points, 10 assists and seven rebounds, her 12th career 20-point, 10-assist game, extending the WNBA record.
The Fever recorded a 15-0 opening run, a 55-44 halftime lead and 35% opponent shooting, with Kelsey Mitchell and Sophie Cunningham each adding 17 points despite missing All-Star forward Aliyah Boston.

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