Indiana Fever rallies behind Makayla Timpson's key block against Mercury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:03 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The Indiana Fever faced the Phoenix Mercury on July 10, 2026, powering back to secure a close victory despite the absence of Caitlin Clark. A highlight of the game was Makayla Timpson's impressive block on Kahleah Copper, described by teammate Sophie Cunningham as "filthy." This pivotal moment occurred in the fourth quarter, contributing to an 8-0 run that shifted momentum in favor of the Fever. As Timpson helped her team with five rebounds and a key block, Indiana claimed a 3-point win.
- •Fever played without star Caitlin Clark against Mercury.
- •Timpson's block on Copper sparked a crucial 8-0 run.
- •Cunningham praised Timpson's block on social media.
- •Timpson's stats included five rebounds and a block.
- •Game concluded with Fever winning by three points.
- 8:03 PMYahoo Sports — 'Just filthy': Sophie Cunningham left in awe over Fever teammate's highlight-reel block
"Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham had a viral reaction to teammate Makayla Timpson's incredible block on Kahleah Copper, calling it "filthy."
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