Caitlin Clark's late 3-pointer lifts Fever over Mystics in Washington
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 9:39 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Caitlin Clark scored a game-high 19 points, including the game-winning three-pointer, as the Indiana Fever narrowly defeated the Washington Mystics 78-76 on June 9, 2026. Despite losing a 17-point lead, the Fever secured their sixth victory of the season, improving their record to 6-5. The win has propelled Indiana upward in the ESPN power rankings, moving from 11th to 8th. Kelsey Mitchell contributed 15 points, maintaining her average of 20.5 points per game. The Fever's defense has improved, now ranking fourth in the league for defensive efficiency.
- •Caitlin Clark scored 19 points and hit the game-winning shot.
- •The Fever overcame a 17-point lead loss during the game.
- •Kelsey Mitchell added 15 points in the victory.
- •Indiana's defensive efficiency ranks fourth in the league.
- •The Fever's record improves to 6-5 with this win.
- 9:39 PMYahoo Sports — Caitlin Clark's game-winning shot moves Fever up in new power ranking
"Indiana is hoping to go on a winning streak.
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