Indiana Fever Defeats Portland Fire 112-98
Friday, July 31, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Moda Center
Indiana Fever 112, Portland Fire 98, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Indiana Fever vs Portland Fire?
Indiana Fever beat Portland Fire 112-98 at Moda Center on July 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Indiana Fever vs Portland Fire?
Indiana Fever were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
The Indiana Fever secured a decisive 112-98 victory over the Portland Fire at the Moda Center, extending their winning streak to five games. This matchup was notable as it marked the third meeting between the two teams this season, with Indiana winning the series 2-1. The Fever's strong performance was reflected in their recent form, boasting a record of 8-2 over their last ten games, averaging 100.9 points scored per game while allowing 89.1 points. In contrast, the Fire struggled, finishing their last ten games with a record of 3-7, averaging 91.1 points scored and allowing 94.6 points.
The game saw Indiana take control early, building a significant lead that they maintained throughout. Kelsey Mitchell played a crucial role in the victory, contributing with key shots, including a pull-up jump shot in the fourth quarter that pushed the Fever's lead to 106-93. Aliyah Boston also made her presence felt, converting free throws that further extended Indiana's advantage. The Fever's ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities was evident, as they consistently outperformed the Fire in both offensive and defensive metrics.
Portland's recent struggles were compounded by a challenging injury situation. The Fire were without several key players, including Carla Leite, Frieda Buhner, Luisa Geiselsoder, Sarah Ashlee Barker, and Sania Feagin, all of whom were out for various reasons, impacting the team's depth and performance. This lack of available talent was a significant factor in their inability to keep pace with Indiana.
In terms of home and away performance, the Fire have struggled at home, finishing with a home record of 0-2 in their last two games, while the Fever maintained a strong away record of 4-1 in their recent outings. This disparity in home and away performance highlighted the challenges faced by Portland in front of their home crowd.
The betting market reflected Indiana's dominance, with DraftKings listing the Fever as 7.5-point favorites, indicating a strong expectation for their performance. The total points line was set at 188.5, suggesting an anticipated high-scoring game, which ultimately played out as Indiana exceeded that total alone.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from the Fever, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they continued to build their lead. The scoring plays showcased Indiana's ability to execute under pressure, with Caitlin Clark contributing significantly by making free throws and assisting on key plays. Portland, while attempting to rally, could not overcome the deficit, and their late-game efforts were insufficient to change the outcome.
Overall, Indiana's victory not only solidified their position in the league but also showcased their offensive capabilities and depth, while Portland will need to regroup and address their injury issues moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | IND -7.5 | 188.5 o -108 / u -112 | Indiana Fever -325 · Portland Fire +260 |
Injury report
- Carla LeiteOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Frieda BuhnerOutNot Injury RelatedPortland Fire
- Luisa GeiselsoderOutPersonalPortland Fire
- Sarah Ashlee BarkerOutKneePortland Fire
- Sania FeaginOutKneePortland Fire
Leaders
- PointsBridget Carleton26Portland Fire
- AssistsCarla Leite12Portland Fire
- ReboundsKarlie Samuelson4Portland Fire
- PointsCaitlin Clark26Indiana Fever
- AssistsCaitlin Clark10Indiana Fever
- ReboundsCaitlin Clark10Indiana Fever
Recent form
Portland Fire
Last 10: 3-7Streak L391.1 scored · 94.6 allowed per game0-2 at home
- L83-98at Las Vegas AcesJul 29
- L97-101vs Dallas WingsJul 23
- L93-101at Minnesota LynxJul 19
- W75-56at Washington MysticsJul 16
- L87-90at Connecticut SunJul 14
- W102-92at Atlanta DreamJul 11
- L80-88vs Las Vegas AcesJul 10
- W77-72at Seattle StormJul 5
- L123-124at Washington MysticsJun 28
- L94-124at Chicago SkyJun 26
Indiana Fever
Last 10: 8-2Streak W4100.9 scored · 89.1 allowed per game4-1 away
- W105-95at Seattle StormJul 29
- W123-88vs Connecticut SunJul 23
- W108-88vs New York LibertyJul 19
- W110-107vs Seattle StormJul 17
- L75-88vs Golden State ValkyriesJul 16
- W109-75at Las Vegas AcesJul 13
- W92-89at Phoenix MercuryJul 10
- L92-106at Los Angeles SparksJul 9
- W84-68at Las Vegas AcesJul 5
- W111-87vs Los Angeles SparksJun 28
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 |
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
Box score
| Stat | Indiana Fever | Portland Fire |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-68 | 35-67 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 10-29 | 14-31 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 45 |
| Free throws | 30-34 | 14-18 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 18 |
| Assists | 24 | 26 |
| Steals | 14 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 31 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 40 |
| Fouls | 21 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 77 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter77-62Caitlin Clark makes free throw 3 of 3
- 3rd Quarter77-64Serah Williams makes driving layup (Teja Oblak assists)
- 3rd Quarter78-64Monique Billings makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter79-64Monique Billings makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter82-64Kelsey Mitchell makes 22-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter82-67Karlie Samuelson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Emily Engstler assists)
- 3rd Quarter83-67Sophie Cunningham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-67Sophie Cunningham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter84-70Karlie Samuelson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bridget Carleton assists)
- 3rd Quarter87-70Kelsey Mitchell makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot (Aliyah Boston assists)
- 3rd Quarter87-71Karlie Samuelson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter87-72Karlie Samuelson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter90-72Sophie Cunningham makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kelsey Mitchell assists)
- 4th Quarter92-72Makayla Timpson makes layup (Aliyah Boston assists)
- 4th Quarter92-74Megan DiLeo makes 3-foot layup (Emily Engstler assists)
- 4th Quarter94-74Aliyah Boston makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot (Caitlin Clark assists)
- 4th Quarter94-76Nyadiew Puoch makes driving layup (Bridget Carleton assists)
- 4th Quarter94-78Nyadiew Puoch makes running layup (Emily Engstler assists)
- 4th Quarter96-78Kelsey Mitchell makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Caitlin Clark assists)
- 4th Quarter96-80Serah Williams makes layup (Carla Leite assists)
- 4th Quarter96-83Bridget Carleton makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Karlie Samuelson assists)
- 4th Quarter96-85Carla Leite makes running layup
- 4th Quarter98-85Caitlin Clark makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter98-88Bridget Carleton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Carla Leite assists)
- 4th Quarter99-88Kelsey Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-88Kelsey Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-90Carla Leite makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter100-91Carla Leite makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter100-93Bridget Carleton makes running layup
- 4th Quarter101-93Kelsey Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-93Kelsey Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-93Makayla Timpson makes two point shot (Sophie Cunningham assists)
- 4th Quarter106-93Kelsey Mitchell makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Caitlin Clark assists)
- 4th Quarter107-93Aliyah Boston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-93Aliyah Boston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-96Bridget Carleton makes 23-foot turnaround jump shot (Carla Leite assists)
- 4th Quarter109-96Caitlin Clark makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-96Caitlin Clark makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter112-96Makayla Timpson makes 5-foot layup (Caitlin Clark assists)
- 4th Quarter112-98Carla Leite makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Portland Fire, below favours Indiana Fever.
Venue
- Moda CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance19959
- OfficialsCharles Watson, Kevin Fahy, Ryan Johnson
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