Washington Mystics
26-16
1:00 PM PT
Indiana Fever
28-14
Shakira Austin
16.9 PPG · 9.3 REB · 2.5 AST
Caitlin Clark
22.3 PPG · 3.9 REB · 8.4 AST
Game Script
Expect a clash of contrasting styles. Mystics (83.5 PPG) meet Fever (97.3 PPG), with both defenses stingy.
The game likely turns on perimeter: Mystics shoot 32% from three (6.1/gm); Fever allow 33%. The three-point battle tilts toward Fever.
Game Snapshot
Washington Mystics
Last 54-1WWWLW
StreakW1
L5 scoring94.2points/game
L5 defense85.0allowed/game
Home13-7Road 13-9
Rest2dsince last game
Series1-12 played
Indiana Fever
Last 53-2LLWWW
StreakW3
L5 scoring102.8points/game
L5 defense93.2allowed/game
Home15-6Road 13-8
Rest2dsince last game
Series1-12 played
Team Identity
Washington Mystics
ReboundingDefensive-minded
A rebounding edge and a defensive identity, though hampered by limited outside shooting.
EliteBelow Avg28
Defensive DElite94
Three-point shootingWell Below19
TransitionWell Below22
Paint-firstAverage61
Ball movementBelow Avg33
ReboundingElite100
Rim protectionAverage50
Indiana Fever
Three-point shootingElite offenseTransition teamReboundingPaint-first offense
A three-point attack and an elite offense.
EliteElite89
Defensive DBelow Avg44
Three-point shootingElite92
TransitionElite89
Paint-firstAbove Avg72
Ball movementAverage56
ReboundingAbove Avg78
Rim protectionAverage56
Where the Game Will Be Won
Perimeter
Mystics shoot 32% from three (6.1/gm); Fever allow 33%. The three-point battle tilts toward Fever.
Edge · FeverMystics: 6.1 3PM at 32%Fever allow 33% on threesHigh confidence
Scoring Environment
Mystics have averaged 166 combined points a game, Fever 187. A higher-scoring environment favors Fever.
Edge · FeverMystics: 166 combined pts/gm (22nd pct)Fever: 187 combined pts/gm (89th pct)High confidence
Turnovers
Mystics average 14.9 turnovers, Fever 13.5; steals (5.7 vs 7.0) add pressure. Ball security favors Fever.
Edge · FeverMystics: 14.9 TO / 5.7 STLFever: 13.5 TO / 7.0 STLHigh confidence
Rebounding
Mystics carry a +7.4 rebound margin, Fever +1.8. Second-chance control leans Mystics.
Edge · MysticsMystics: +7.4 margin, 10.1 OREBFever: +1.8 margin, 7.6 OREBHigh confidence
Paint
Mystics score 23.4 two-point makes a game; Fever protect the rim with 3.9 blocks. Interior control leans Fever.
Edge · FeverMystics: 23.4 2PT makesFever: 3.9 blocks/gmHigh confidence
Players Who Shape Tonight
Shakira Austin
Washington Mystics · C
16.9 PPG · 9.3 REB · 2.5 AST · 30 MIN
As Washington Mystics's primary scorer, Austin sets the tone for how they attack. Holding steady
Sonia Citron
Washington Mystics · G
16.5 PPG · 3.7 REB · 4.3 AST · 33 MIN
As Washington Mystics's primary scorer, Citron sets the tone for how they attack. Holding steady
Caitlin Clark
Indiana Fever · G
22.3 PPG · 3.9 REB · 8.4 AST · 31 MIN
As Indiana Fever's superstar, Clark sets the tone for how they attack. Trending up
Kelsey Mitchell
Indiana Fever · G
25.0 PPG · 1.7 REB · 2.8 AST · 32 MIN
As Indiana Fever's primary scorer, Mitchell sets the tone for how they attack. Trending up
Trending Players
Makayla Timpson
Indiana Fever
9.4 points over his last 5 (from 5.1).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 9.4p 7.8r 1.0aSeason: 5.1p 18.5 min
Caitlin Clark
Indiana Fever
26.0 points over his last 5 (from 21.8).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 26.0p 4.4r 10.4aSeason: 21.8p 30.4 min
Georgia Amoore
Washington Mystics
13.2 points over his last 5 (from 5.9).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 13.2p 2.0r 3.6aSeason: 5.9p 22.5 min
Monique Billings
Indiana Fever
2.8 points over his last 5 (from 7.2).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 2.8p 2.0r 0.4aSeason: 7.2p 19.8 min
Sophie Cunningham
Indiana Fever
3.8 points over his last 5 (from 8.8).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 3.8p 2.0r 1.4aSeason: 8.8p 23.0 min
Michaela Onyenwere
Washington Mystics
7.4 points over his last 5 (from 9.2).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 7.4p 1.2r 1.8aSeason: 9.2p 25.8 min
Team Trends
Washington MysticsPoints110
Opp points80
3PT%43%
Rebounds40
Indiana FeverPoints103
Opp points85
3PT%52%
Rebounds30
Strongest Player Opportunities
100
Kelsey Mitchell
25+ Points
Indiana Fever
Why it stands out
33.4 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Kiki Iriafen
10+ Rebounds
Washington Mystics
Why it stands out
28.6 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Caitlin Clark
9+ Assists
Indiana Fever
Why it stands out
34.0 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Caitlin Clark
25+ Points
Indiana Fever
Why it stands out
34.0 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Sonia Citron
5+ Assists
Washington Mystics
Why it stands out
31.4 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Shakira Austin
15+ Points
Washington Mystics
Why it stands out
29.0 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
Based on games before 2026-09-20. Injuries, confirmed starters, rest/travel, and advanced ratings (pace, offensive/defensive rating) are not yet included.