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Prime-time WNBA clash witnesses Fever scoring eight additional points, heat intensifying competition

WNBA powerhouse Indiana Fever, currently trailing by 8.0 points, will face off against the Dallas Wings in an evening showdown. Despite missing Caitlin Clark, will the Fever seize the opportunity for a victory?

Prime-Time WNBA Showdown Sees Eight-Point Lead for Fever in Fiery Game due to High Temperatures
Prime-Time WNBA Showdown Sees Eight-Point Lead for Fever in Fiery Game due to High Temperatures

Prime-time WNBA clash witnesses Fever scoring eight additional points, heat intensifying competition

The Indiana Fever are set to host the Dallas Wings in their fourth matchup of the season, with the Fever holding a dominating 3-0 record so far. The game will be broadcast on ESPN, and the total for the game is set at 172 points.

Recent Performance

The Fever have been strong at home, with a 10-6 straight-up record, and have dominated recent games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, winning five in a row and both on the road and at home against the spread in their last five home games. On the other hand, the Wings have struggled significantly, losing five games in a row and are only 8-24 in the 2025 season.

Head-to-Head Record

The Fever have swept the first three games of the series against the Wings, succeeding both straight-up and against the spread. Even without star guard Caitlin Clark in some of those games, Indiana has shown the ability to outperform Dallas, which aligns with their overall stronger performance this season.

Statistical Advantages

Indiana's home net rating of +11.4, which is among the best in the WNBA, indicates a significant advantage when playing at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Fever's defense gets a boost at home, allowing just 79.6 points per game compared to 83.4 points allowed per game on the road. Additionally, Indiana's better defensive efficiency and higher assist rate compared to the Wings contribute to their favored status.

Betting Odds

The Fever are eight point favorites at home against the Wings. Bettors can confidently pick the Fever to cover the eight point spread at WNBA betting sites.

Injury Report

Caitlin Clark, who was inactive for two of the three games between the two teams, and her absence should not drastically change the outcome. Unfortunately, Clark has been out since mid-July and will not play in Tuesday's game.

Previous Meetings

In the one game played in Indiana, the Fever won by 19 points. Two of the three games were played in Dallas, with Indiana winning those games by eight and ten points respectively. The Fever have their sights set on the season sweep.

The Dallas Wings allow an average of 87.7 points per game on the road compared to 85.8 points allowed per game at home. The Wings score an average of two more points per game on the road compared to at home.

The Indiana Fever's offense becomes one of the best in the league, averaging 88.3 points per game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Fever have managed to keep their season afloat, going 6-3 since the All-Star break.

The game will take place on Tuesday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:30 PM EST.

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