Indiana Fever eliminate Chicago Sky from playoff contention in decisive win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:25 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

The Indiana Fever defeated the Chicago Sky 113-90 on August 23, eliminating the Sky from playoff contention. Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark combined for over 67 points, powering a Fever offense that outscored the Sky 30-13 in the fourth quarter. The Sky led 51-50 at halftime but struggled in the second half despite strong performances from Natasha Cloud and Kamilla Cardoso. Following the game, the Sky's head coach discussed the team's future focus as they prepare for upcoming road games.
- •Fever's strong fourth quarter outburst sealed the victory.
- •Cloud led the Sky with 16 points; Mitchell and Clark both scored over 30.
- •Sky's elimination from playoff contention occurs after a three-game winning streak.
- •Coach Tyler Marsh expressed optimism despite the loss and focused on future games.
- 10:25 PMYahoo Sports — The Chicago Sky had no match for Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark, and now they’re eliminated from playoff contention
"The Sky failed to extend their winning streak against the Fever, officially eliminating them from playoff contention.
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