Indiana Fever vs. Connecticut Sun: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 25, 2024

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Sep 25, 2024 8:10 AM
The Connecticut Sun, leading the series 1-0, host the Indiana Fever at the Mohegan Sun Arena on Wednesday, Sep 25, 2024, at 7:30 PM in Game 2 of their First Round playoff matchup. The Sun look to build on their dominant regular season, where they posted a 28-12 overall record and 14-6 in the Eastern Conference. Indiana, meanwhile, seeks to even the series after a 20-20 regular season record.
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Fever vs Sun statistics

Stat Fever Sun
Streak L1 W1
Last Ten Games 0-1 1-0
Points Per Game 85.0 80.1
Rebounds Per Game 35.1 33.5
Assists Per Game 20.4 19.9
Blocks Per Game 4.3 3.7
Steals Per Game 5.9 8.2
Field Goal % 45.4 43.7
Three Point % 35.6 32.7
Points Against 93.0 69.0

Connecticut Sun recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/22/24 vs Indiana Fever W 93-69
9/19/24 vs Chicago Sky W 87-54
9/17/24 vs Minnesota Lynx L 78-76
9/15/24 @ Las Vegas Aces L 84-71
9/13/24 @ Phoenix Mercury W 88-69

Indiana Fever recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/22/24 @ Connecticut Sun L 93-69
9/19/24 @ Washington Mystics L 92-91
9/15/24 vs Dallas Wings W 110-109
9/13/24 vs Las Vegas Aces L 78-74
9/11/24 vs Las Vegas Aces L 86-75

Fever vs Sun predictions

As the Indiana Fever gear up to face the Connecticut Sun in what's shaping up to be a crucial second game of the series, all eyes are likely to remain fixed on Caitlin Clark. Clark, who has been lighting up the scoreboard with an impressive average of 19.2 points per game, is expected to play a pivotal role. Her ability to slice through defenses could very well be the x-factor for Indiana. Coupled with her knack for setting up teammates, evidenced by her 8.4 assists per game, Clark’s performance might just fuel a strong showing from the Fever. We should also keep a watchful eye on Aliyah Boston grabbing rebounds; her presence in the paint could be vital in curtailing the Sun's second-chance points.

Switching over to the Connecticut Sun, DeWanna Bonner and Alyssa Thomas are tipped to make significant impacts. Bonner, leading her team with 15 points per game, brings not only her scoring prowess but also a wealth of playoff experience that could prove indispensable in tight moments. Meanwhile, Thomas’s double-threat capability in both assists and rebounds, averaging 7.9 and 8.4 respectively, will be crucial for maintaining the Sun’s rhythm on both ends of the court. Their leadership and performance will be key cogs in the Connecticut machinery as they look to extend their lead in the series.

Considering the momentum and the home-court advantage, the Connecticut Sun seem well-positioned to take this game. With strong leaders in key positions and a solid first game victory already under their belt, they appear to have the edge over Indiana Fever in this matchup. Of course, anything can happen on the court, but the Sun’s balance and depth might just tip the scales in their favor, potentially making them the victors of this exciting clash. What do you think? Will the Sun maintain their lead, or will the Fever stage a surprise? The thrill of the game is in its unpredictability, after all!

Connecticut Sun injuries

  • Tiffany Mitchell (G): Out
  • Tyasha Harris (G): Day-To-Day

Fever vs Sun game info

Venue Mohegan Sun Arena
Location Uncasville, CT
Tip-off Wed 7:30 PM
TV ESPN

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