Fever Win Fifth Straight, Tie 2015 Franchise Mark

The Indiana Fever have extended their winning streak to five games, matching their longest run since 2015 and solidifying their position at No. 5 in the WNBA standings. Despite the ongoing absence of star Caitlin Clark due to a groin injury, the Fever have demonstrated depth and resilience, marked by Aari McDonald's career-high 27 points in a 107-101 win over the Phoenix Mercury. Aliyah Boston also contributed her sixth consecutive double-double during a hard-fought 78-74 victory over the Seattle Storm. The Fever have managed a 7-7 record without Clark this season. Off the court, a Texas man was sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for stalking and harassing Clark, underscoring safety concerns for high-profile athletes. The Phoenix Mercury continue to struggle, having lost four of their last five games.