Injury-Hampered Indiana Fever Exits 2025 WNBA Playoffs After Strong Season

The Indiana Fever's 2025 WNBA season concluded with a hard-fought loss to the Las Vegas Aces in a winner-take-all Game 5 overtime, 107-98, after a remarkable postseason run despite numerous injuries. Star player Caitlin Clark, who played in only 13 games due to injuries and was sidelined during the playoffs, expressed pride in her team's resilience and gratitude to the fans who supported them all year. The Fever overcame significant challenges, including key injuries to Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston, Sophie Cunningham, Aari McDonald, and Sydney Colson, yet managed to push the defending champions to the limit. The team showed a strong next-woman-up mentality and by-committee approach, which earned praise from supporters including Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton. Despite falling short of the finals, the Fever's performance was their best since 2015, and a healthy Clark returning next season is seen as a key factor for future success. The offseason will be crucial for the Fever as they prepare for potential roster changes amid a new Collective Bargaining Agreement, focusing on building around their injured star.