Connecticut Sun Defeats Indiana Fever in Playoffs

In Game 1 of the WNBA playoffs, the Connecticut Sun defeated the Indiana Fever 93-69, overshadowing Caitlin Clark's highly anticipated playoff debut. Alyssa Thomas achieved her 15th career triple-double with 12 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds, while Marina Mabrey led the Sun with 27 points off the bench. Clark, recently named AP Rookie of the Year, struggled, finishing with 11 points on 4-for-17 shooting and eight assists. Despite the Fever's initial lead, the Sun took control with a decisive run before halftime. Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston contributed 21 and 17 points, respectively, for Indiana, but the team's lack of playoff experience showed as they faltered in the second half. Game 2 is set for Wednesday night, with the Fever needing a strong comeback to stay in the series.