Indiana Fever vs New York Liberty
PREVIEW:
The New York Liberty aim to extend their perfect 9-0 start when they visit the Indiana Fever in a highly anticipated Commissioner's Cup matchup. The game marks Caitlin Clark's return to the court after her previous outing where she committed 10 turnovers in a narrow 90-88 loss. The Liberty lead the WNBA in scoring, field goal shooting, and are first in points allowed per game, boasting an exceptional defensive performance. Their offensive prowess is reflected in their impressive ShotQuality stats, ranking 1st in high-frequency 3-point shooting, efficient rim attacks, and quick tempo.
Clark has been sidelined since suffering a quad injury on May 24th, with all signs pointing to her return on Saturday. The Fever will rely on Clark's reintegration and need to build a cohesive, high-paced offense that features her without becoming overly dependent. Their own ShotQuality data reveals strengths in defending shots at the rim and forcing turnovers. Currently sitting at 4-5, the Fever are averaging 81.6 points per game, with Caitlin Clark leading the team in scoring at 19 PPG and Aliyah Boston contributing 14.3 PPG along with a team-high 7.2 rebounds.