Indiana Fever control playoff destiny with four games remaining in WNBA
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 8:55 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Indiana Fever restart their season Friday as they aim for a playoff hosting seed. Currently tied with Atlanta at fourth in the standings with a 26-14 record, the Fever's path to hosting requires winning all remaining four games. Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston, along with coach Stephanie White, return from competing in the FIBA World Cup, where they helped Team USA secure a gold medal. The Fever's difficult schedule includes matches against strong opponents, which will test their playoff readiness as they push for a confident finish.
- •Indiana Fever tied for fourth with a 26-14 record.
- •Team returns from FIBA World Cup with key players Clark and Boston.
- •Fever play four remaining games, needing wins to secure playoffs.
- •Final games include challenges against top-seeded Minnesota.
- •Coach White emphasizes the need for confidence heading into playoffs.
- 8:55 AMYahoo Sports — With WNBA playoffs on horizon, there's a 'different adrenaline' for Indiana Fever
"The Indiana Fever restart their season Friday, and they control their own destiny albeit a tough path to guaranteeing hosting in the playoffs.
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