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Indiana Fever Defeats Atlanta Dream 77-60 in Key Matchup

Atlanta Dream
Atlanta Dream30-14
60
Indiana Fever
Indiana Fever24-20
77

Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Indiana Fever 77, Atlanta Dream 60, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Atlanta Dream vs Indiana Fever?

Indiana Fever beat Atlanta Dream 77-60 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on September 16, 2025.

In a decisive matchup, the Indiana Fever overcame the Atlanta Dream with a final score of 77-60, showcasing their strength at home in Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This victory ties the series at 2-2, adding an intriguing layer to their ongoing rivalry. The Fever's performance was particularly notable given their recent struggles, having lost their previous encounter against the Dream just two days prior, where they fell 68-80.

The Fever entered this game with a record of 24-20, while the Dream boasted a stronger 30-14 record. Indiana's recent form showed a mixed bag, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, currently on a one-game losing streak. They averaged 82.9 points scored and allowed 79.6 points during this stretch. In their last five games, the Fever managed to score an average of 84.2 points while allowing 75.8, indicating a slight improvement in their defensive efforts.

On the other hand, the Dream came into this game riding a seven-game winning streak, having won nine of their last ten games. Their scoring average during this period was impressive, with 86.6 points scored and only 73.2 points allowed. The Dream's recent dominance included a strong performance against the Fever just days before, where they limited Indiana to 68 points.

When considering home and away performances, the Fever had a home record of 3-1 in their last four games, while the Dream were 2-0 in their recent away matches. Historically, the Fever have had the upper hand in their head-to-head encounters, with an 8-3 record against the Dream, although the recent meetings had been more competitive.

In terms of injuries, the Dream were missing Brionna Jones due to a leg injury, which likely impacted their performance in this crucial game. The Fever, meanwhile, appeared to be at full strength, which may have contributed to their success in this matchup.

The market had priced the Fever as the favorites, reflecting their home advantage and the Dream's injury concerns. The odds were attributed to the provider, indicating a belief in Indiana's potential to capitalize on their home court.

Weather conditions were not reported as a significant factor, allowing both teams to focus purely on their gameplay. Viewers were treated to a display of skill, particularly from Indiana's Te-Hina Paopao, who made several key shots in the fourth quarter, including a notable three-pointer that helped seal the victory.

Overall, this game not only showcased the Fever's ability to bounce back from a loss but also set the stage for an exciting continuation of their series against the Dream.

Injury report

  • Brionna JonesOutLegAtlanta Dream

Leaders

  • PointsKelsey Mitchell19Indiana Fever
  • AssistsKelsey Mitchell4Indiana Fever
  • ReboundsAerial Powers7Indiana Fever
  • PointsTe-Hina Paopao11Atlanta Dream
  • AssistsJordin Canada6Atlanta Dream
  • ReboundsAllisha Gray7Atlanta Dream

Recent form

Indiana Fever

Last 10: 5-5Streak L182.9 scored · 79.6 allowed per game3-1 at home

  • L68-80at Atlanta DreamSep 14
  • W83-72vs Minnesota LynxSep 9
  • W94-65at Washington MysticsSep 7
  • W97-77vs Chicago SkySep 5
  • L79-85at Phoenix MercurySep 3
  • L63-75at Golden State ValkyriesSep 1
  • W76-75at Los Angeles SparksAug 30
  • W95-75vs Seattle StormAug 26
  • L84-97at Minnesota LynxAug 24
  • L90-95vs Minnesota LynxAug 22

Atlanta Dream

Last 10: 9-1Streak W786.6 scored · 73.2 allowed per game2-0 away

  • W80-68vs Indiana FeverSep 14
  • W88-72at Connecticut SunSep 10
  • W87-62vs Connecticut SunSep 8
  • W104-85vs Los Angeles SparksSep 5
  • W86-75vs Los Angeles SparksSep 3
  • W93-76at Connecticut SunSep 1
  • W100-78vs Dallas WingsAug 29
  • L75-81vs Las Vegas AcesAug 27
  • W78-62vs New York LibertyAug 23
  • W75-73vs Minnesota LynxAug 21

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Atlanta-14W1.65026
Indiana-14W2.65026
New York216W1.60024
Washington216L1.60024
Chicago1125L3.37515
Toronto1529L4.27511
Connecticut1630L3.25010

Box score

StatAtlanta DreamIndiana Fever
Field goals25-6627-63
Field goal %3843
Three-pointers5-198-19
Three-point %2642
Free throws5-1015-15
Free throw %50100
Rebounds2737
Offensive rebounds55
Defensive rebounds2232
Assists2016
Steals95
Blocks22
Turnovers1315
Team turnovers34
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1917
Fast-break points76
Points in the paint3638
Fouls2316
Largest lead024

How the scoring went

  1. 2nd Quarter26-35Rhyne Howard makes free throw 2 of 2
  2. 2nd Quarter29-35Allisha Gray makes 30-foot three point jumper (Jordin Canada assists)
  3. 3rd Quarter29-38Kelsey Mitchell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Odyssey Sims assists)
  4. 3rd Quarter31-38Rhyne Howard makes layup
  5. 3rd Quarter33-38Allisha Gray makes 4-foot two point shot (Jordin Canada assists)
  6. 3rd Quarter33-40Aliyah Boston makes driving layup
  7. 3rd Quarter35-40Naz Hillmon makes driving layup (Brionna Jones assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter37-40Naz Hillmon makes 1-foot two point shot (Rhyne Howard assists)
  9. 3rd Quarter37-42Brianna Turner makes layup (Kelsey Mitchell assists)
  10. 3rd Quarter37-45Aliyah Boston makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kelsey Mitchell assists)
  11. 3rd Quarter37-47Kelsey Mitchell makes two point shot (Shey Peddy assists)
  12. 3rd Quarter38-47Rhyne Howard makes free throw 1 of 2
  13. 3rd Quarter39-47Rhyne Howard makes free throw 2 of 2
  14. 3rd Quarter39-49Kelsey Mitchell makes driving layup
  15. 3rd Quarter39-50Kelsey Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 1
  16. 3rd Quarter40-50Brittney Griner makes free throw 1 of 2
  17. 3rd Quarter42-50Allisha Gray makes driving layup (Naz Hillmon assists)
  18. 3rd Quarter42-52Natasha Howard makes layup (Kelsey Mitchell assists)
  19. 3rd Quarter44-52Brittney Griner makes 12-foot two point shot (Maya Caldwell assists)
  20. 3rd Quarter44-53Brianna Turner makes free throw 1 of 2
  21. 3rd Quarter44-54Brianna Turner makes free throw 2 of 2
  22. 3rd Quarter44-56Aliyah Boston makes layup (Kelsey Mitchell assists)
  23. 3rd Quarter44-59Lexie Hull makes 26-foot three point jumper (Aliyah Boston assists)
  24. 4th Quarter44-61Makayla Timpson makes layup
  25. 4th Quarter44-62Makayla Timpson makes free throw 1 of 1
  26. 4th Quarter44-64Aliyah Boston makes layup
  27. 4th Quarter44-67Odyssey Sims makes 26-foot three point jumper (Natasha Howard assists)
  28. 4th Quarter47-67Te-Hina Paopao makes 25-foot three pointer
  29. 4th Quarter47-69Natasha Howard makes 2-foot layup (Lexie Hull assists)
  30. 4th Quarter47-71Natasha Howard makes two point shot (Odyssey Sims assists)
  31. 4th Quarter50-71Maya Caldwell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brittney Griner assists)
  32. 4th Quarter50-72Odyssey Sims makes free throw 1 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter50-73Odyssey Sims makes free throw 2 of 2
  34. 4th Quarter52-73Te-Hina Paopao makes 3-foot two point shot (Brittney Griner assists)
  35. 4th Quarter54-73Brittney Griner makes two point shot (Maya Caldwell assists)
  36. 4th Quarter57-73Te-Hina Paopao makes 26-foot three point jumper (Shatori Walker-Kimbrough assists)
  37. 4th Quarter57-74Makayla Timpson makes free throw 1 of 2
  38. 4th Quarter57-75Makayla Timpson makes free throw 2 of 2
  39. 4th Quarter60-75Te-Hina Paopao makes 27-foot three pointer
  40. 4th Quarter60-77Makayla Timpson makes two point shot

Win probability

Above the line favours Indiana Fever, below favours Atlanta Dream.

Venue

  • Gainbridge FieldhouseIndianapolis, IN
  • Attendance16682
  • OfficialsAngelica Suffren, Eric Brewton, Randy Richardson, Catherine Chang

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