Fever win with Mitchell transformation

Sophie Cunningham suffers a knee injury as Indiana Fever rally for a 99-93 overtime win led by Kelsey Mitchell.

Cunningham injury tests Fever as Mitchell fuels historic comeback win

Indiana Fever pulled off a dramatic 99-93 overtime victory over the Connecticut Sun after Sophie Cunningham left the game with a knee injury. Kelsey Mitchell scored 38 points, added six assists, and shot efficiently to lift the Fever from a 28-13 deficit. Mitchell finished 11 of 22 from the field and 5 of 8 from three, marking a career night that also pushed her to a franchise milestone for 30 point games.

Cunningham did not return and will have an MRI on Monday to assess the damage. The Fever also face a tight schedule with a Friday game against the Minnesota Lynx at 7:30 p.m. ET on ION. In the same context, Caitlin Clark has been sidelined with a groin injury since July 15, limiting Indiana’s scoring options. The team could be without two of its top scorers as it fights to stay in playoff contention.

Mitchell's performance shows both strength and risk for Indiana. The Fever built a comeback on depth and clutch shooting, yet injuries keep gnawing at their postseason chances. If Cunningham misses time or Clark returns late, Indiana must balance offensive aggression with the risk of further damage to players. The night highlights resilience, but the absence of key players could widen the gap to reach the playoffs.

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Health and timing will determine how far the Fever can push in a crowded late season