Caitlin Clark shines as Kelsey Mitchell exits game for Indiana Fever

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Caitlin Clark shines as Kelsey Mitchell exits game for Indiana Fever
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Caitlin Clark led the Indiana Fever against the Toronto Tempo on August 18, 2026, finishing with 24 points and 7 assists. Kelsey Mitchell left the game before the fourth quarter due to overheating. Clark made light of the situation, joking about Canada's temperature during a post-game interview. Mitchell had an impressive performance before her exit, scoring 29 points and tying for the most consecutive games with 20+ points in WNBA history. The Fever are currently on a strong run as they approach future matchups.

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  • Caitlin Clark scored 24 points for Indiana Fever.
  • Kelsey Mitchell left the game due to overheating.
  • Mitchell scored 29 points before exiting the matchup.
  • Clark joked about Canada's heat during a post-game interview.
  • Mitchell's 20+ point streak ties WNBA history.
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  • 3:50 AMYahoo Sports‘Cooked the Entire Nation’ — WNBA World Reacts As Caitlin Clark ‘Roasts’ Canada After Fever Co-Star Kelsey Mitchell ‘Overheats’ vs. Tempo
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Caitlin Clark was tasked to finish out Indiana Fever’s clash vs the Toronto Tempo without her partner in crime, Kelsey Mitchell, who left the game before the fourth quarter started. Many believed she had injured herself and sent prayers to the star.

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