On Sunday, the Indiana Fever continued their hot streak with a 100-93 victory over the Dallas Wings, further solidifying their status as one of the most in-form teams in the WNBA since the Olympic break. The win not only marked their fourth consecutive victory and sixth in their last seven games but also pushed the Fever to a 17-16 record. For the first time in over five years, Indiana boasts more wins than losses, a significant milestone for a franchise that has struggled in recent seasons.
Kelsey Mitchell, who has been a cornerstone for the Fever through some of their toughest years, gave a brutally honest response when asked about the team’s newfound success.
“I know what the bottom feels like, and I don’t want to be there anymore,” Mitchell admitted, reflecting on the years of hardship she’s endured with the team.
Kelsey Mitchell: "I know what the bottom feels like and I don't wanna be there no more" 🥺 after the Fever secure a winning record at 17-16
— Bri Lewerke (@brilewerke) September 1, 2024
Mitchell’s time with the Fever has seen its share of low points. Since joining the team as the No. 2 overall pick in 2018, Mitchell has witnessed four single-digit win seasons and been part of two first-overall draft picks that brought in stars like Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark. The 2019 season, where the Fever finished 13-21, had been the best record Mitchell had experienced with the team until now.
Against the Wings, Mitchell was unstoppable, posting a game-high 36 points on 12-of-22 shooting, along with six rebounds and three assists. Caitlin Clark, her dynamic backcourt partner, added 28 points and 12 assists, continuing her impressive rookie campaign.
Mitchell, a former Ohio State standout, has been on fire since the Olympic break, scoring 20 or more points in all seven games. With both Mitchell and Clark performing at such a high level, the Fever are poised to make a strong push in the playoffs. Their recent resurgence has injected new hope into the franchise, and if they can maintain this momentum, they could become a formidable force as the postseason approaches.
