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Caitlin Clark's 25, Fever Upset Sun, Rise Above .500

6/14/2026

Summary

Fever Extend Winning Streak

Indiana Fever defeated the Connecticut Sun, extending their winning streak and moving above .500.
The Fever received 25 points from Caitlin Clark, who hit 5 of 10 three-pointers and led the WNBA in assists, and saw Sophie Cunningham return to score 11 late points.
The Fever recorded 11 rebounds by Aliyah Boston, 8 by Monique Billings and 6 by Lexie Hull, and will face the Toronto Tempo on Tuesday in Indianapolis.

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Cunningham Elbow Update

Sophie Cunningham’s right elbow injury was deemed non-serious, shifting her from “out” to “probable” for the Commissioner’s Cup game vs. Connecticut Sun, while Coach Stephanie White said the team will treat the elbow cautiously.
She signed a one-year, $665,000 contract in the 2025 offseason, entering her second season with Indiana.
Cunningham announced a public meet-and-greet at Combat Ops Indianapolis on June 28, with autograph and photo sessions lasting 1½ hours.

History

Historical Context

Since the WNBA began in 1997 with the Houston Comets winning the first championship and Cynthia Cooper earning the league’s inaugural MVP, the league expanded, adding the Indiana Fever in 2000. Decades later, the 2024 draft drew 2.45 million viewers, and Caitlin Clark’s 25-point performance continues the pattern of star power driving franchise growth and fan interest.

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Fever Extend Winning Streak

Indiana Fever defeated the Connecticut Sun, extending their winning streak and moving above .500.
The Fever received 25 points from Caitlin Clark, who hit 5 of 10 three-pointers and led the WNBA in assists, and saw Sophie Cunningham return to score 11 late points.
The Fever recorded 11 rebounds by Aliyah Boston, 8 by Monique Billings and 6 by Lexie Hull, and will face the Toronto Tempo on Tuesday in Indianapolis.

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