Indiana Fever Win First Commissioner's Cup Over Minnesota Lynx

The Indiana Fever captured their first-ever WNBA Commissioner's Cup title with a 74-59 victory over the Minnesota Lynx, despite missing their star point guard Caitlin Clark due to a left groin injury. Key contributions came from Natasha Howard, who scored 16 points and grabbed 12 rebounds to earn the Cup MVP, and Sophie Cunningham, who added 13 points including three clutch three-pointers. The Fever overcame an early deficit by outscoring the Lynx decisively in the middle quarters, while their defense limited Lynx MVP frontrunner Napheesa Collier to 12 points on inefficient shooting. The team celebrated exuberantly, with players like Lexie Hull sharing behind-the-scenes moments of the locker room festivities. Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White praised the squad's resilience and unity in the face of adversity, highlighting their ability to perform without Clark. The victory also drew praise from Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton, who acknowledged the Fever's achievement on social media amid his own recovery from injury.