Fever Triumph Over Storm as Aliyah Boston Shines Amid Caitlin Clark’s Shooting Struggles

Indiana Fever managed to secure a hard-fought 94-86 victory over the Seattle Storm on Tuesday night, but the spotlight remains on rookie sensation Caitlin Clark, who endured one of her toughest shooting performances yet. Clark, known for her sharpshooting, managed only six points, going 3-for-13 from the field and missing all six of her three-point attempts. This slump follows a rough patch since Thursday’s loss to the Golden State Valkyries, where she’s made just 1 of 23 shots from beyond the arc.

Despite Clark’s struggles, the Fever found a hero in Aliyah Boston, who delivered a career-best performance with 31 points, eight rebounds, three assists, and two steals. Veteran Kelsey Mitchell chipped in with 26 points, while Lexie Hull added a double-double of 15 points and 11 rebounds. Their combined efforts were crucial in snapping the Storm’s three-game winning streak.

Teammates remain optimistic about Clark’s form. Hull reassured reporters, emphasizing that even the greatest players go through rough patches, and Clark’s talent will shine through soon enough. On the other side, Seattle’s Skylar Diggins led with 22 points and six assists, supported by Erica Wheeler’s 20 points, but it wasn’t enough to keep their momentum going.

With this win, Indiana moves back to a .500 record at 7-7, while Seattle slips to 9-6. For the Fever, this game showcased their depth and resilience, proving they can weather a storm—pun intended—even when their star rookie isn’t at her best.