Fever Hit a Valkyries Wall as Mitchell Keeps Making History — July 16, 2026

Fever Hit a Valkyries Wall as Mitchell Keeps Making History — July 16, 2026

Indiana Fever fell 88-75 to Golden State’s top defense, dropping to 14-10 while Kelsey Mitchell extended a historic scoring-and-shooting streak. Caitlin Clark’s All-Star team and NBC’s massive Fever-Aces audience keep the Fever spotlight bright even after a consistency-check loss. IN THIS EPISODE 1. WNBA: Valkyries 88, Fever 75 – TSN [https://www.tsn.ca/wnba/video/2026/07/16/wnba-valkyries-88-fever-75/] — TSN WNBA: Valkyries 88, Fever 75 – TSN Skip to main content ADVERTISEMENT Video ## WNBA: Valkyries 88, Fever 75 Gabby Williams scored 16 points, Kaitlyn Chen had 14 points, all in the second half, and the Valkyries beat the Fever on Wednesday night for the second-year franchise's record eighth straight victory. July 16, 2026 at 1:22AM EDT ## WNBA: Valkyries 88, Fever 75Opens in new… 2. Fever news: Kelsey Mitchell sets bonkers new WNBA record vs. Valkyries [https://clutchpoints.com/wnba/indiana-fever/fever-news-kelsey-mitchell-bonkers-new-wnba-record-valkyries] — ClutchPoints Fever news: Kelsey Mitchell sets bonkers new WNBA record vs. Valkyries # Fever’ Kelsey Mitchell sets bonkers new WNBA record vs. Valkyries Kelsey Mitchell had a night herself despite the Fever suffering a loss at the hands of the Valkyries on Wednesday. By Rexwell Villas Jul 15, 2026 at 11:40 PM ET Ruszkowski-Imagn Images The Indiana Fever fell prey to the Golden State Valkyries on Tuesday… 3. Step Back — Fever fans are hot about the whistle after the Valkyries loss, but what’s the fairest way to judge whether officiating actually tilted a WNBA game — raw free throws, drive/contact profile, screen physicality, or something more nuanced? BACKGROUND SOURCES * 'Give me my fine': Aces coach Becky Hammon blasts WNBA refs for free-throw disparity after loss to Wings - CBS Sports [https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/give-me-my-fine-aces-coach-becky-hammon-blasts-wnba-refs/] — Cbssports * ’Shoutout to the Valks For Selling It’ – Aliyah Boston Calls Out WNBA Referees After Fever’s Tough Loss vs. Valkyries - Yahoo Sports [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/shoutout-valks-selling-aliyah-boston-183515077.html] — Antima Singh Fri, May 29, 2026 · 3 min read * Fever's White blasts refs, Mercury's 'cheap shots' on Clark - ESPN [https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/49170983/fever-white-blasts-refs-mercury-cheap-shots-clark] — Michael Voepel * Why WNBA foul calls are surging: Inside the league’s officiating overhaul [https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/wnba/2026/06/15/wnba-officiating-fouls-technical-fouls-freedom-of-movement/90311786007/] — Usatoday * Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve talks WNBA officiating [https://www.startribune.com/minnesota-lynx-cheryl-reeve-napheesa-collier-wnba-officiating-natasha-howard-nia-coffey/601843128] — Cassidy Hettesheimer * Fever's Caitlin Clark sounds off on non-call in loss to Valkyries - ESPN [https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/49373763/fever-star-caitlin-clark-sounds-missed-call-loss-valkyries] — Kareem Copeland * Valkyries' Natalie Nakase 'begging for consistency' from refs - ESPN [https://www.espn.co.uk/wnba/story/_/id/45744062/natalie-nakase-begging-consistency-officials-valkyries-lose-mercury-last-second-free-throw] — Kendra Andrews 4. 2026 WNBA All-Star Game draft: Caitlin Clark and A'ja Wilson to face Paige Bueckers and Breanna Stewart - CBS Sports [https://www.cbssports.com/wnba/news/2026-wnba-all-star-draft-caitlin-clark-paige-bueckers/] — CBS Sports 2026 WNBA All-Star Game draft: Caitlin Clark and A'ja Wilson to face Paige Bueckers and Breanna Stewart - CBS Sports site: media | arena: wnba | pageType: stories | section: | slug: 2026-wnba-all-star-draft-caitlin-clark-paige-bueckers | sport: wnba | route: article_single.us | 6-keys: media/spln/wnba/reg/free/stories # 2026 WNBA All-Star Game draft: Caitlin Clark and A'ja Wilson to face Paige… 5. NBC AND PEACOCK DELIVER MOST-WATCHED WNBA GAME OF 2026 SEASON WITH FEVER-ACES ON SUNDAY NIGHT BASKETBALL - NBC Sports [https://www.nbcsports.com/pressbox/press-releases/nbc-and-peacock-deliver-most-watched-wnba-game-of-2026-season-with-fever-aces-on-sunday-night-basketball] — NBC Sports NBC AND PEACOCK DELIVER MOST-WATCHED WNBA GAME OF 2026 SEASON WITH FEVER-ACES ON SUNDAY NIGHT BASKETBALL - NBC Sports ### Latest Releases ### 2024 Paris Olympics ### Premier League Favorites Sign up to follow your favorites on all your devices. Press Hubs # NBC AND PEACOCK DELIVER MOST-WATCHED WNBA GAME OF 2026 SEASON WITH FEVER-ACES ON SUNDAY NIGHT BASKETBALL Published July 15, 2026… Daily TopFive for Indiana Fever Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Indiana Fever Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indiana-fever-daily-fancast/id1896366290] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1qtN4foPT2qxJ3NOc8opJk]. Feedback? Email indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].

Fever’s hot streak meets Golden State’s road test — July 15, 2026

Indiana Fever host Golden State with ESPN bumping them to No. 4 after a 3-1 western trip and a 109-75 Aces rout, testing whether Mitchell, Boston and Cunningham’s balance can hold as Caitlin Clark ramps back up. IN THIS EPISODE 1. Golden State takes on Indiana, seeks 5th straight road win | AP News [https://apnews.com/article/gabrielle-williams-indiana-indiana-fever-wnba-basketball-66a8bdee836f460a98ef65caf60997c3] — AP News Golden State takes on Indiana, seeks 5th straight road win | AP News Sign in https://apnews.com/myaccount Sign in https://apnews.com/myaccount # Golden State takes on Indiana, seeks 5th straight road win By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Golden State Valkyries (17-7, 7-5 Western Conference) at Indiana Fever (14-9, 5-4 Eastern Conference) Indianapolis; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Golden State… 2. WNBA Power Rankings: The Indiana Fever are running hot - ESPN [https://www.espn.in/wnba/story/_/id/49349716/wnba-power-rankings-2026-fever-valkyries] — ESPN WNBA Power Rankings: The Indiana Fever are running hot - ESPN Skip to main content Skip to navigation play Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell was frustrated but succinct in pinpointing the root cause of the team's troubles after losing 106-92 at Los Angeles on Wednesday. "Anything you want to do on the offensive end, you can't do when you don't defend the ball," Mitchell said. "Getting the… 3. Kelsey Mitchell, Caitlin Clark lead Fever to 109-75 win over A’ja Wilson and the Aces - NBC Sports [https://www.nbcsports.com/wnba/news/kelsey-mitchell-caitlin-clark-lead-fever-to-109-75-win-over-aja-wilson-and-the-aces] — NBC Sports # Indiana Fever vs Las Vegas Aces score, Sophie Cunningham stats in win Published: 2026-07-13T03:07:25+00:00 Source: indystar.com (indystar.com) Language: en ## Story Indiana Fever vs Las Vegas Aces score, Sophie Cunningham stats in win [The Indianapolis… 4. Step Back — Indiana is suddenly getting power-ranking love and strong TV numbers even when Caitlin Clark isn’t the whole story — so what’s the most repeatable piece of this Fever surge: the defense, the Mitchell-Boston-Cunningham scoring balance, or just a favorable hot streak? BACKGROUND SOURCES * Kelsey Mitchell, Caitlin Clark lead Fever to 109-75 win over A'ja Wilson and the Aces | FOX Sports [https://www.foxsports.com/articles/wnba/kelsey-mitchell-caitlin-clark-lead-fever-to-10975-win-over-aja-wilson-and-the-aces] — FOX Sports * Fever's record, stats without Caitlin Clark are becoming impossible to ignore | Sporting News [https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/wnba/indiana-fever/news/fever-record-and-stats-without-caitlin-clark-are-becoming-impossible-ignore/a5cf101fb532bf38961f56c1] — Sporting News * Caitlin Clark and the Fever help themselves amid WNBA's Eastern Conference chaos | Sporting News [https://www.sportingnews.com/us/wnba/indiana-fever/news/caitlin-clark-and-fever-help-themselves-amid-wnba-eastern-conference-chaos/8ccb30489af1de021b8a609c] — Sporting News * Fever Are WNBA's Top Statistical Team, Teammates Have Caitlin Clark's Back [https://www.si.com/wnba/fever/fever-are-wnba-s-top-statistical-team-teammates-have-caitlin-clark-s-back-01ksazb22hdv] — Si * Fever Salvage Back-to-Back With Comeback Win Over Mercury: Takeaways [https://www.si.com/wnba/fever/fever-salvage-back-to-back-with-comeback-win-over-mercury-takeaways-01kx4w2gka8r] — Si * Caitlin Clark Reclaims Assists Lead, Sophie Cunningham Stays Hot: Fever Takeaways [https://www.si.com/wnba/fever/caitlin-clark-reclaims-assists-lead-sophie-cunningham-stays-hot-fever-takeaways-01kv9ahxn66t] — Si Daily TopFive for Indiana Fever Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Indiana Fever Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indiana-fever-daily-fancast/id1896366290] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1qtN4foPT2qxJ3NOc8opJk]. Feedback? Email indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].

Clark’s assist record meets Mitchell’s MVP surge — July 14, 2026

Caitlin Clark hit 600 career assists faster than anyone in WNBA history as Indiana routed Las Vegas, while Kelsey Mitchell’s MVP case keeps rising. The Fever’s new problem is a good one: defining the half-court hierarchy around Clark, Mitchell and Aliyah Boston. IN THIS EPISODE 1. Caitlin Clark sets another WNBA assists record in Indiana ... [https://hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/hawkeyes/womens-basketball/2026/07/13/indiana-fever-caitlin-clark-wnba-assists-record/90897721007/] — Hawkeyes Wire Caitlin Clark sets another WNBA assists record in Indiana Fever win # Caitlin Clark sets another WNBA assists record in Indiana Fever win Hawkeyes Wire July 13, 2026, 4:46 a.m. CT Share to Twitter Share by email Despite playing under a minutes restriction as she continues to work her way back into her typical workload within Indiana's (14-9) lineup, Caitlin Clark set another WNBA record on… 2. Kelsey Mitchell's MVP Campaign Has Reached Another Level [https://www.si.com/wnba/fever/kelsey-mitchell-s-mvp-campaign-has-reached-another-level-01kxeck8yr7x] — Sports Illustrated Kelsey Mitchell's MVP Campaign Has Reached Another Level The Indiana Fever are steadily climbing their way to the top of the WNBA standings and they're doing it behind MVP caliber performances from guard Kelsey Mitchell. Mitchell, a ninth-year veteran, has been the engine behind the Fever's success. After re-signing her in the off-season on a one-year deal, it's clear the franchise knew she… 3. Step Back — If Clark is breaking assist records while Mitchell is playing like an MVP and Boston is back, what does the Fever’s best half-court hierarchy actually look like now — who initiates, who bends the defense, and how do they avoid turning three strengths into your-turn/my-turn possessions? BACKGROUND SOURCES * The Fever’s Best Answer Remains Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston [https://www.si.com/wnba/fever/the-fever-s-best-answer-remains-caitlin-clark-and-aliyah-boston-01kt1q01w2rc] — Si * Stephanie White Declares Caitlin Clark as Indiana Fever's Top Offensive Option - Yahoo Sports [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/stephanie-white-declares-caitlin-clark-221311848.html] — Rodney Knuppel Wed, May 27, 2026 · 3 min read * The Way Forward for Fever Is Simple—Just Ask Caitlin Clark [https://www.si.com/wnba/fever/the-way-forward-for-fever-is-simple-just-ask-caitlin-clark-01ktxvggzf8k] — Si * Fever Debut 'Creative' Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston Role-Reversal in Preseason [https://www.si.com/wnba/fever/fever-debut-creative-caitlin-clark-aliyah-boston-role-reversal-in-preseason-01kqq9cnwbdm] — Si * Fever's record, stats without Caitlin Clark are becoming impossible to ignore | Sporting News [https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/wnba/indiana-fever/news/fever-record-and-stats-without-caitlin-clark-are-becoming-impossible-ignore/a5cf101fb532bf38961f56c1] — Sporting News * Why Caitlin Clark’s absence helps Indiana Fever play their ‘best team basketball,’ explains WNBA analyst - Yahoo Sports [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/why-caitlin-clark-absence-helps-130000287.html] — Aikansh Chaudhary Fri, May 8, 2026 · 2 min read * Through 15 games, have the Indiana Fever proven to be a legit championship contender? | Swish Appeal [https://www.swishappeal.com/wnba/81269/indiana-fever-analysis-offense-defense-playoff-championship-contender-cailtin-clark-target-usage-kelsey-mitchell-aliyah-boston-stephanie-white-schemes-system] — Josh Felton * Why Fever Must Keep Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell Backcourt Intact [https://www.si.com/wnba/fever/analysis/why-fever-must-keep-caitlin-clark-and-kelsey-mitchell-backcourt-intact-01kmnsz5qm1y] — Si Daily TopFive for Indiana Fever Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Indiana Fever Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indiana-fever-daily-fancast/id1896366290] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1qtN4foPT2qxJ3NOc8opJk]. Feedback? Email indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].

Fever’s Midseason Question: Consistency, With or Without Clark — July 13, 2026

Indiana Fever hit the season’s halfway point at 13-9 with Stephanie White stressing consistency, while a 4-0 record without Caitlin Clark complicates the conversation around injuries, turnovers, and how this roster wins. IN THIS EPISODE 1. Indiana Fever hoping for more consistency at halfway point | The IX Basketball [https://www.theixsports.com/the-ix-basketball-newsroom/wnba/indiana-fever/indiana-fever-hoping-for-more-consistency-at-halfway-point-of-season/] — The IX Basketball Indiana Fever hoping for more consistency at halfway point | The IX Basketball Home/ The IX Basketball/ WNBA/ Indiana Fever/ Indiana Fever hoping for more consistency at halfway point of season Indiana Fever players Lexie Hull, Monique Billings, and Kelsey Mitchell push in transition during the WNBA game between the Indiana Fever and the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville,… 2. Fever's record, stats without Caitlin Clark are becoming impossible to ignore | Sporting News [https://www.sportingnews.com/us/wnba/indiana-fever/news/fever-record-and-stats-without-caitlin-clark-are-becoming-impossible-ignore/a5cf101fb532bf38961f56c1] — Sporting News Fever's record, stats without Caitlin Clark are becoming impossible to ignore | Sporting News Continue Without Login Featured Sports Explore More Editions # Fever's record, stats without Caitlin Clark are becoming impossible to ignore Jeremy Beren • Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Add The Sporting News on Google In 2025, the Indiana Fever learned how to play without Caitlin Clark. In… Daily TopFive for Indiana Fever Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Indiana Fever Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indiana-fever-daily-fancast/id1896366290] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1qtN4foPT2qxJ3NOc8opJk]. Feedback? Email indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].

Fever ride the Clark injury line while Mitchell keeps them afloat — July 11, 2026

Indiana Fever’s West Coast swing put Caitlin Clark’s back management front and center: restricted minutes in an LA loss, a planned sit in Phoenix, and Kelsey Mitchell plus Aliyah Boston carrying a late win that keeps the consistency question alive. IN THIS EPISODE 1. Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks Jul 8, 2026 Game Summary [https://www.wnba.com/game/ind-vs-las-1022600161] — WNBA Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks Jul 8, 2026 Game Summary | WNBA.com League Pass IND 92 Final 106 LAS Wednesday, July 8th, 2026 ### HIGHLIGHTS ### Game Recap: Los Angeles Sparks 106, Indiana Fever 92 (07/08/2026) 1:46 ### Game Highlights: Indiana Fever vs. Los Angeles Sparks (7/08/26) 10:06 ### Indiana Fever @ Los Angeles Sparks - July 9, 2026 - Home 2:08:31League Pass ###… 2. Caitlin Clark Gives Back Injury Update, Details Rehab Process Ahead of Return for Fever vs. Sparks [https://bleacherreport.com/articles/25452654-caitlin-clark-gives-back-injury-update-details-rehab-process-ahead-return-fever-vs-sparks] — Bleacher Report Caitlin Clark Gives Back Injury Update, Details Rehab Process Ahead of Return for Fever vs. Sparks 01:26 Featured Video Biggest WNBA All-Star Snubs Tyler Ross/NBAE via Getty Images # Caitlin Clark Gives Back Injury Update, Details Rehab Process Ahead of Return for Fever vs. Sparks Timothy RappJul 9, 2026 Caitlin Clark missed the past two games with the Indiana Fever due to a back issue,… 3. Ticket [https://fever.wnba.com/watch/video/indiana-fever-win-a-thriller-against-phoenix-mercury-full-game-highlights] — WNBA Kelsey Mitchell scored a game-high 29 points, 8 assists & 3 steals, while Aliyah Boston dropped 21 points & 9 rebounds. Ty Harris also notched 15 points, 5 assists & 2 steals as the Fever defeated the Mercury 92-89 on Thursday night. ### Related Videos Play 06:04 Aliyah Boston Postgame #### Ty Harris, Aliyah Boston & Head Coach Stephanie White | Postgame Media at… 4. Stephanie White explains Caitlin Clark minutes restriction after Fever star's return | Sporting News [https://www.sportingnews.com/us/wnba/indiana-fever/news/stephanie-white-explains-caitlin-clark-minutes-restriction-after-fever-stars-return/6b2b8b94be3d7f5b193f50dc] — Sporting News Stephanie White explains Caitlin Clark minutes restriction after Fever star's return | Sporting News Continue Without Login Featured Sports - NFL - NBA - MLB - NHL - Soccer - NCAAF - NCAAMB - NCAAWB - WNBA - Boxing - MMA - WWE - F1 - NASCAR - Golf - Tennis - College - High School - Darts - Horse Racing - Olympics - More Sports Explore More - Fantasy - Betting - Prediction Markets - Watch -… Daily TopFive for Indiana Fever Daily Podcast. Links above go to the original articles. Follow and rate Indiana Fever Daily Podcast on Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/indiana-fever-daily-fancast/id1896366290] or Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1qtN4foPT2qxJ3NOc8opJk]. Feedback? Email indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com [indiana-fever-daily-fancast@lanternpodcasts.com].