Indiana Fever - Seattle Storm LIVE: Jewell Loyd propels Seattle to second W of the season, Clark scores 21
Indianapolis, IN - May 23, 2024 - In a nail-biting conclusion to a tightly contested game, the Indiana Fever emerged victorious over the Seattle Storm by a score of 78-75. The fourth quarter was a back-and-forth thriller, with both teams trading baskets and the lead changing hands several times.
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The Fever, led by the sharpshooting of Kelsey Mitchell (32 points), were able to withstand a late surge from the Storm's dynamic duo of Breanna Stewart (28 points) and Jewell Lloyd (25 points).
The first half was a defensive slugfest. The Fever struggled to find their rhythm offensively, while the Storm's vaunted defense limited Indiana to just 34 points at the break. However, the Fever stayed within striking distance thanks to timely baskets from Victoria Johnson (12 points) and a strong showing on the boards by Mackenzie Holmes (10 rebounds).
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The third quarter saw a shift in momentum. The Fever found their offensive groove, with Mitchell knocking down three-pointers and sharpshooter Kelsey Plum (15 points) contributing from mid-range. The Storm countered with a strong showing from Stewart, who attacked the basket with ferocity and converted several key layups.
The fourth quarter was a masterclass in clutch play. The Fever took a slight lead early on, but the Storm responded with a flurry of points from Jewell Lloyd, who drained three consecutive three-pointers to put Seattle up by four.
Indiana refused to back down. Mitchell answered with a three of her own, igniting the crowd at Indiana Farmers Coliseum. The lead continued to seesaw back-and-forth, with neither team able to establish a significant advantage.
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With under a minute remaining, the score was tied at 75-75. The Fever held the ball, and the tension in the arena was palpable. Head Coach Marianne Stanley called a timeout to set up the final play.
Out of the timeout, the Fever inbounded the ball to Mitchell, who drove towards the basket. Stewart met her at the rim, but Mitchell rose above the challenge and banked off a difficult shot to put the Fever up by two points with just seconds remaining.
The Storm had one last chance to tie the game. They raced the ball down the court and called a timeout with 2.7 seconds left. Out of the timeout, Seattle designed a play for Stewart, but the Fever's defense held strong. Stewart's three-point attempt at the buzzer fell short, and the crowd erupted as the final buzzer sounded.
Mitchell, who was named player of the game for her clutch performance, spoke about the team's resilience: "We knew it was going to be a tough game. Seattle is a championship team, and they never give up. But we stayed together as a team, and we found a way to win down the stretch."
The third quarter saw a shift in momentum. The Fever found their offensive groove, with Mitchell knocking down three-pointers and sharpshooter Kelsey Plum (15 points) contributing from mid-range. The Storm countered with a strong showing from Stewart, who attacked the basket with ferocity and converted several key layups.
The fourth quarter was a masterclass in clutch play. The Fever took a slight lead early on, but the Storm responded with a flurry of points from Jewell Lloyd, who drained three consecutive three-pointers to put Seattle up by four.
Indiana refused to back down. Mitchell answered with a three of her own, igniting the crowd at Indiana Farmers Coliseum. The lead continued to seesaw back-and-forth, with neither team able to establish a significant advantage.
With under a minute remaining, the score was tied at 75-75. The Fever held the ball, and the tension in the arena was palpable. Head Coach Marianne Stanley called a timeout to set up the final play.
Out of the timeout, the Fever inbounded the ball to Mitchell, who drove towards the basket. Stewart met her at the rim, but Mitchell rose above the challenge and banked off a difficult shot to put the Fever up by two points with just seconds remaining.
The Storm had one last chance to tie the game. They raced the ball down the court and called a timeout with 2.7 seconds left. Out of the timeout, Seattle designed a play for Stewart, but the Fever's defense held strong. Stewart's three-point attempt at the buzzer fell short, and the crowd erupted as the final buzzer sounded.
Mitchell, who was named player of the game for her clutch performance, spoke about the team's resilience: "We knew it was going to be a tough game. Seattle is a championship team, and they never give up. But we stayed together as a team, and we found a way to win down the stretch."
Storm Coach Noelle Quinn acknowledged the Fever's fight: "Indiana played a heck of a game. They hit some big shots when they needed to, and they were very active on the boards. We had our chances, but we just couldn't get that last shot to fall."
- Kelsey Mitchell's Offensive Explosion: Mitchell carried the Fever offensively, scoring a game-high 32 points. Her ability to create her own shot and knock down critical three-pointers was a major factor in Indiana's victory.
- The Storm's Dynamic Duo: Despite the loss, Breanna Stewart and Jewell Lloyd were phenomenal for Seattle. Stewart finished with 28 points, while Lloyd added 25 points, including several clutch three-pointers in the fourth quarter.
- Defensive Intensity: Both teams displayed strong defensive efforts throughout the game. The Fever limited the Storm to just 75 points, while the Storm held Indiana to under 40 points in the first half.
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- A Statement Win for the Fever: This victory is a significant one for the Fever. It proves that they can compete with the league's elite teams and shows their potential as a playoff contender.
The Indiana Fever will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season. The Seattle Storm will be determined to bounce back from this defeat and solidify their position as a championship contender. This game was a thrilling display of basketball, and it serves as a reminder of the intense competition and high level of play that exists in the WNBA.
Storm Coach Noelle Quinn acknowledged the Fever's fight: "Indiana played a heck of a game. They hit some big shots when they needed to, and they were very active on the boards. We had our chances, but we just couldn't get that last shot to fall."
- Kelsey Mitchell's Offensive Explosion: Mitchell carried the Fever offensively, scoring a game-high 32 points. Her ability to create her own shot and knock down critical three-pointers was a major factor in Indiana's victory.
- The Storm's Dynamic Duo: Despite the loss, Breanna Stewart and Jewell Lloyd were phenomenal for Seattle. Stewart finished with 28 points, while Lloyd added 25 points, including several clutch three-pointers in the fourth quarter.
- Defensive Intensity: Both teams displayed strong defensive efforts throughout the game. The Fever limited the Storm to just 75 points, while the Storm held Indiana to under 40 points in the first half.
- A Statement Win for the Fever: This victory is a significant one for the Fever. It proves that they can compete with the league's elite teams and shows their potential as a playoff contender.
The Indiana Fever will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season. The Seattle Storm will be determined to bounce back from this defeat and solidify their position as a championship contender. This game was a thrilling display of basketball, and it serves as a reminder of the intense competition and high level of play that exists in the WNBA.
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