Indiana Fever Defeats Chicago Sky 113-90 in WNBA Showdown
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Wintrust Arena
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Quick answers
Who won Indiana Fever vs Chicago Sky?
Indiana Fever beat Chicago Sky 113-90 at Wintrust Arena on August 23, 2026.
Who was favored in Indiana Fever vs Chicago Sky?
Indiana Fever were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Indiana Fever triumphed over the Chicago Sky with a final score of 113-90 at Wintrust Arena. This win marks Indiana's dominance in the series, as they have now taken all four matchups against Chicago this season, extending their head-to-head record to 7-0 over the last two seasons. The Fever's strong performance was underscored by their scoring prowess, averaging 97.3 points in their last ten games, while the Sky struggled defensively, allowing an average of 87.9 points during the same stretch.
Entering the game, the Fever held a record of 25-14, while the Sky were at 15-23. Indiana's recent form showed a mixed bag with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak leading into this contest. In contrast, Chicago had been performing better at home, with a 6-4 record in their last ten games and a current three-game winning streak.
The Fever's away record stood at 4-3 in their last seven games, while the Sky had a home record of 5-2 in their last seven. The matchup also featured notable injuries for the Sky, with key players Skylar Diggins, DiJonai Carrington, and Rickea Jackson all sidelined due to knee and foot injuries. This absence of talent likely impacted Chicago's ability to compete against the Fever, who were able to capitalize on their opponent's weaknesses.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Indiana favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 187.5. The odds reflected the Fever's status as the stronger team, but the final score showcased their dominance far beyond the spread.
Conditions for the game were typical for late August in Chicago, providing a comfortable environment for both teams. Fans were treated to an exciting display of basketball, with the Fever showcasing their offensive capabilities. Key moments in the fourth quarter included Kamilla Cardoso making free throws and Bree Hall hitting a three-pointer, which helped solidify Indiana's lead.
As the game progressed, the Fever's ability to maintain their scoring average was evident, while the Sky struggled to keep pace. With the Fever's victory, they not only secured a win but also continued their stronghold over the Sky in this rivalry.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | IND -2.5 | 187.5 o -112 / u -108 | Indiana Fever -135 · Chicago Sky +114 |
Injury report
- Skylar DigginsOutKneeChicago Sky
- DiJonai CarringtonOutFootChicago Sky
- Rickea JacksonOutKneeChicago Sky
Leaders
- PointsNatasha Cloud16Chicago Sky
- AssistsNatasha Cloud7Chicago Sky
- ReboundsAzura Stevens8Chicago Sky
- PointsCaitlin Clark37Indiana Fever
- AssistsCaitlin Clark10Indiana Fever
- ReboundsMakayla Timpson9Indiana Fever
Recent form
Chicago Sky
Last 10: 6-4Streak W386.7 scored · 87.9 allowed per game5-2 at home
- W73-70vs Golden State ValkyriesAug 21
- W93-86vs New York LibertyAug 19
- W82-80at Seattle StormAug 16
- L71-91at Golden State ValkyriesAug 13
- L88-97at Seattle StormAug 11
- L86-90vs Indiana FeverAug 8
- W95-88vs Los Angeles SparksAug 6
- L101-106vs Phoenix MercuryAug 4
- W84-83vs Las Vegas AcesAug 1
- W94-88vs Connecticut SunJul 31
Indiana Fever
Last 10: 6-4Streak L297.3 scored · 94.3 allowed per game4-3 away
- L102-109at New York LibertyAug 22
- L85-91at Dallas WingsAug 21
- W101-95at Toronto TempoAug 18
- W95-91at Atlanta DreamAug 16
- W98-87vs Dallas WingsAug 14
- W106-92vs New York LibertyAug 11
- W90-86at Chicago SkyAug 8
- L84-86vs Las Vegas AcesAug 6
- L100-108at Minnesota LynxAug 2
- W112-98at Portland FireAug 1
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
Box score
| Stat | Indiana Fever | Chicago Sky |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 42-79 | 35-69 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 18-33 | 4-21 |
| Three-point % | 55 | 19 |
| Free throws | 11-16 | 16-17 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 94 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 26 |
| Assists | 26 | 26 |
| Steals | 6 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 29 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 56 |
| Fouls | 14 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 25 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 79 | 14 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter69-58Kelsey Mitchell makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter69-60Jacy Sheldon makes two point shot (Courtney Vandersloot assists)
- 3rd Quarter71-60Caitlin Clark makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter71-62Natasha Cloud makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Kamilla Cardoso assists)
- 3rd Quarter74-62Caitlin Clark makes 25-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter74-64Natasha Cloud makes two point shot (Rachel Banham assists)
- 3rd Quarter75-64Mercedes Russell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter75-66Natasha Cloud makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter78-66Kelsey Mitchell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mercedes Russell assists)
- 3rd Quarter78-67Aicha Coulibaly makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter78-68Aicha Coulibaly makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter81-68Caitlin Clark makes 35-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter81-71Rachel Banham makes 23-foot three point jumper (Natasha Cloud assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-73DiJonai Carrington makes 6-foot two point shot (Rachel Banham assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-75Natasha Cloud makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter83-75Monique Billings makes 15-foot jumper (Caitlin Clark assists)
- 3rd Quarter83-77Elizabeth Williams makes 2-foot layup (Aicha Coulibaly assists)
- 4th Quarter84-77Kelsey Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-78DiJonai Carrington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-78Kelsey Mitchell makes 24-foot three pointer (Myisha Hines-Allen assists)
- 4th Quarter87-80Aicha Coulibaly makes driving layup (Natasha Cloud assists)
- 4th Quarter90-80Kelsey Mitchell makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter90-82Elizabeth Williams makes 7-foot hook shot (DiJonai Carrington assists)
- 4th Quarter93-82Caitlin Clark makes 24-foot three point jumper (Myisha Hines-Allen assists)
- 4th Quarter95-82Myisha Hines-Allen makes driving layup (Caitlin Clark assists)
- 4th Quarter97-82Lexie Hull makes 1-foot reverse layup (Myisha Hines-Allen assists)
- 4th Quarter97-84Courtney Vandersloot makes 2-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter99-84Caitlin Clark makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter99-86Sydney Taylor makes driving layup (Azura Stevens assists)
- 4th Quarter102-86Caitlin Clark makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Mercedes Russell assists)
- 4th Quarter103-86Mercedes Russell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-86Mercedes Russell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-87Kamilla Cardoso makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-88Kamilla Cardoso makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-88Makayla Timpson makes layup (Caitlin Clark assists)
- 4th Quarter108-88Lexie Hull makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter109-88Kelsey Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-88Kelsey Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-88Bree Hall makes 22-foot three point jumper (Raven Johnson assists)
- 4th Quarter113-90Aicha Coulibaly makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Chicago Sky, below favours Indiana Fever.
Venue
- Wintrust ArenaChicago, IL
- Attendance9248
- OfficialsFatou Cissoko-Stephens, Charles Watson, Catherine Chang
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