On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, the Indiana Fever secured their third consecutive victory by defeating the Connecticut Sun 123-88 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. This win set a franchise record for points scored in a game.

Caitlin Clark, recently announced as the NBA 2K27 cover athlete, led the Fever with 27 points and 11 assists, achieving another double-double. Her teammate Kelsey Mitchell contributed 23 points, while Aliyah Boston, the top pick in the 2023 WNBA Draft, added 22 points. Monique Billings and Tyasha Harris each scored 12 points. The Fever also recorded the biggest half in franchise history, leading 70-46 at halftime, and connected on 11 of 22 three-point attempts.

The game and Clark's performance dispelled any notion of a "cover curse" associated with the NBA 2K27 cover athlete announcement.

Separately, sports analyst Dan Dakich criticized Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White for her evasive response to a GOP letter addressing concerns about Caitlin Clark's treatment, which reportedly includes racially motivated attacks. Dakich questioned the coach's defense of Clark and the league's support despite congressional involvement.

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