Fever’s big first half leads to win over Aces

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Fever continues to roll.

The Fever beat the Las Vegas Aces 81-54 on Thursday night inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse. It was Indiana’s fourth win in five games, which also includes its victory in the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup earlier in the week.

The Fever had a big first half, building a 22-point lead over the Aces by halftime.

It was the Fever’s first win over the Aces since 2019 and snapped the Aces’ 16-game winning streak over the Fever.

Guard Kelsey Mitchell led the way for Indiana with a team-high 25 points. She also had 6 assists.

Forward Aliyah Boston added 20 points and 7 rebounds for the Fever.

Meanwhile, Indiana forward Natasha Howard had a double-double, scoring 11 points, while hauling in 10 rebounds.

Aces center A’ja Wilson led the way for Las Vegas with a game-high 29 points. The rest of her team struggled though as the Aces finished the game shooting just 16-of-61 (26.2%) from the field.

The Fever were playing without guard Caitlin Clark, who continues to deal with a left groin injury.

The Fever are back in action Saturday night when they host the Los Angeles Sparks at 7:00 EDT.