Last night, the WNBA featured two matches ahead of the league’s highly anticipated Rivals Week. While the games lacked much suspense, they showcased strong performances from a trio of French players, particularly in the contest between Indiana Fever and Los Angeles Sparks. Here’s a recap of the action.
Game Results
- Indiana Fever – Chicago Sky: 92-70
- Golden State Valkyries – Los Angeles Sparks: 72-59
The Indiana Fever faced off against the Chicago Sky in a match that usually features star players Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. However, with both sidelined, Kelsey Mitchell stepped up, delivering an impressive performance. Mitchell scored 26 points and dished out 8 assists, becoming the WNBA’s leading scorer for the season with 710 points. She was well-supported by Lexie Hull (17 points), Sophie Cunningham (16 points), and Aliyah Boston (15 points), leading the Fever to a dominant win as the Sky struggled to find their footing, registering just one victory in their last eleven games. This outcome further solidifies Indiana’s standing in the Eastern Conference.
In the other game, the Golden State Valkyries secured a comfortable victory over the Los Angeles Sparks in a California derby. The Valkyries maintained control throughout the matchup. While Iliana Rupert struggled with her shooting (4 points on 1/6 shooting), teammates Carla Leite and Janelle Salaün stepped up. Leite contributed 9 points in only 15 minutes, while Salaün impressively recorded 11 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 steals, just shy of a double-double.
Upcoming Matches
This initial night of the WNBA Rivals Week may have been low on drama, but excitement mounts for the contests lined up for later today. Notably, the clash between the league’s top teams, the New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx, is poised to captivate fans.
- 6:30 PM: New York Liberty – Minnesota Lynx
- 10:00 PM: Dallas Wings – Washington Mystics
- 12:00 AM: Phoenix Mercury – Atlanta Dream
- 2:00 AM: Los Angeles Sparks – Seattle Storm
- 3:00 AM: Las Vegas Aces – Connecticut Sun
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