Aces vs. Fever: Late-Season Showdown in Indianapolis

On August 6, 2026, the defending champion Las Vegas Aces (21-9) hosted the Indiana Fever (19-11) at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The matchup marked the third meeting of the season, with Indiana seeking its first sweep of the Aces since the franchise moved to Las Vegas. Both teams entered the game within two games of each other in the league standings, making the result pivotal for the playoff race.

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The Fever have dominated the season series, winning the first two contests in Las Vegas, 84-68 on July 5 and 109-75 on July 12, and repeating the margin in a third meeting on July 13.

Las Vegas Aces vs. Indiana Fever WNBA preview and prediction

• Caitlin Clark (Fever) – *probable* despite a lingering back issue (Heavy, Aug 6).

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• Aliyah Boston (Fever) – *probable* with a right lower-leg injury (Heavy, Aug 6).

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• Damiris Dantas (Fever) – ruled *out* for the season after left-knee meniscus surgery announced on August 4 (Heavy, Aug 4).

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• A’ja Wilson (Aces) – averaging 26.6 points and 9.6 rebounds per game.

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• A’ja Wilson recorded 20 points, 12 rebounds and 2 blocks (Heavy, conclusion).

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• Caitlin Clark posted 12 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists in 24 minutes (Heavy, conclusion).

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• Aliyah Boston contributed 19 points, 11 rebounds (Heavy, conclusion).

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• “This is an incredibly talented group that has earned the opportunity to compete in Berlin,” said Sue Bird, USA Basketball managing director (Quote q1).

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• “Getting my third career triple-double with the Aces is special,” remarked Jackie Young (Quote q2).

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With the Aces holding second place and the Fever sitting fifth, a Fever win would narrow the two-game gap and strengthen Indiana’s bid for home-court advantage. A victory for Las Vegas would reinforce its position as the league’s second seed heading into the playoffs. The WNBA will pause after the regular season for the World Cup and resume later in the month.

Las Vegas Aces vs. Indiana Fever WNBA preview and prediction

• “This is an incredibly talented group that has earned the opportunity to compete in Berlin,” — Sue Bird, USA managing director

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• “Getting my third career triple-double with the Aces is special," Young said.” — Jackie Young, the defending champion

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