In this thrilling game, Caitlin Clark showcased her all-around prowess as the Indiana Fever and Sophie Cunningham rolled to a 90-82 home victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Friday. This win improved their season record to 4-2, with Clark leading the charge with 22 points, two rebounds, nine assists, and a steal. Kelsey Mitchell added 19 points, Aliyah Boston scored 20 points, and both players contributed to a double-double. Cunningham’s performance off the bench was crucial, adding 11 points. The Valkyries struggled behind the bench, with Tiffany Hayes scoring 19 points and Kaitlyn Chen contributing 18 points during reserve minutes. Veronica Burton provided a solid effort with 17 points, but Golden State’s supporting starters averaged only 22 points. The team’s lead after halftime was strong, with Hayes scoring 10 points and Chen driving the first half. Clark entered the break with 10 points, while Mitchell added 11 first-half points. The Valkyries’ first loss came against the Chicago Sky, followed by their second loss to the New York Liberty before a stunning 17-point win over the Los Angeles Sparks. Indiana then fell to the Washington Mystics in overtime, extending their winning streak to three straight games. Their improved record now includes a two-game winning streak and a 3-2 season. The Fever will meet again Thursday, this time with Golden State hosting in the Bay Area.
