WNBA Playoffs: Examining Indiana's surprising resurgence that toppled Atlanta in the nail-biting decider to secure a spot in the semifinals
In a thrilling Game 3 of their first-round series, the Indiana Fever edged past the Atlanta Dream with an 87-85 win, securing their spot in the semifinals for the first time since 2015. With just 2:32 remaining on the clock, the Dream held a slim lead, but a crucial turnover changed the game's tide. Cheyenne Jones deflected a pass intended for Kelsey Mitchell, resulting in a scramble for the loose ball. The Fever capitalized on this opportunity, as Boston was left unguarded under the basket and scored the go-ahead bucket. The Dream called a timeout to set up a potential game-winning play, but the Fever's defense stood firm, forcing another timeout. The Dream struggled to create good looks in the series, and this proved to be their undoing once again. Odyssey Sims added a free throw with 1.2 seconds remaining for the Fever, sealing their victory. The Fever closed the game on a 7-0 run, with key contributions from Kelsey Mitchell, Lexie Hull, and Aliyah Boston. Kelsey Mitchell led the Fever in scoring with a stellar 24 points, while Boston finished the game with 14 points, 12 rebounds, and six assists. The Dream's Cheyenne Howard, who had struggled from behind the arc throughout the series, finished the game with just 2 of 8 from three-point range. The Fever utilized screens and hand-offs in their final minute offense, with Hull getting an easy layup off a straight line drive to the rim. Mitchell recovered the loose ball and found Boston for the go-ahead bucket, a play that would ultimately decide the game. The Dream fought valiantly, but their inability to create good looks proved to be their downfall. As the series comes to a close, the Fever advance to the semifinals, ready to face their next challenge.
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