Indiana Fever Dominates Washington Mystics in WNBA Clash
Sunday, September 7, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · CFG Bank Arena
Indiana Fever 94, Washington Mystics 65, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Indiana Fever vs Washington Mystics?
Indiana Fever beat Washington Mystics 94-65 at CFG Bank Arena on September 7, 2025.
In a decisive matchup, the Indiana Fever triumphed over the Washington Mystics with a final score of 94-65 at CFG Bank Arena. This victory not only showcased the Fever's strength but also marked the continuation of the Mystics' challenging season, as they have now lost ten consecutive games. The series between these two teams is now tied at 2-2, adding an intriguing layer to their competition.
The Mystics have struggled significantly in their recent outings, finishing the last ten games with a record of 0-10. During this stretch, they averaged 69.1 points scored per game while allowing an average of 83.5 points. Their latest results include a loss to the Fever just days prior, where they fell 65-94, and a narrow defeat against the New York Liberty, where they lost 66-75. The Mystics have not secured a victory since early August, and their home record stands at 0-5 in their last five home games.
On the other hand, the Fever have shown a more competitive form, boasting a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, despite losing their most recent contest against the Las Vegas Aces. They have averaged 82.6 points scored and allowed 79.9 points during this span. Their away record is balanced at 3-3, with their last five games yielding an average of 83.4 points scored and 87.4 points allowed.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Fever have had the upper hand lately, winning four out of the last five meetings against the Mystics. Their most recent encounter on September 7, 2025, saw the Fever dominate with a 94-65 victory, reflecting their ability to control the game. Earlier in the season, the Mystics managed to win one game against the Fever, but overall, the Fever have proven to be a challenging opponent for them.
Injuries and player availability can often impact a team's performance, but the block does not provide specific details on the current injury situation for either team. However, the Mystics' ongoing struggles may suggest potential issues that could have affected their performance.
The betting market reflected a significant disparity in expectations for this game, with the home win probability for the Mystics at a mere 0.001, indicating that they were heavy underdogs against the Fever, according to the odds provided by the market.
The game conditions at CFG Bank Arena were likely conducive to a competitive atmosphere, yet the Mystics were unable to capitalize on their home advantage. Viewers should have noted the Fever's strong offensive strategies and their ability to execute plays effectively, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they extended their lead significantly. Key scoring plays included a 25-foot three-point jumper by Damiris Dantas and a series of free throws by Makayla Timpson, which underscored the Fever's offensive prowess.
Overall, the Indiana Fever's victory over the Washington Mystics not only highlights the current form of both teams but also sets the stage for their future encounters, with the series now tied and the Mystics seeking to break their losing streak.
Leaders
- PointsSonia Citron17Washington Mystics
- AssistsJade Melbourne5Washington Mystics
- ReboundsShakira Austin7Washington Mystics
- PointsNatasha Howard17Indiana Fever
- AssistsOdyssey Sims8Indiana Fever
- ReboundsAliyah Boston11Indiana Fever
Recent form
Washington Mystics
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1069.1 scored · 83.5 allowed per game0-5 at home
- L66-75at New York LibertySep 9
- L65-94vs Indiana FeverSep 7
- L69-75vs Phoenix MercurySep 4
- L78-81at Los Angeles SparksSep 1
- L62-99at Golden State ValkyriesAug 31
- L63-89at New York LibertyAug 28
- L82-84vs Seattle StormAug 24
- L81-91vs Las Vegas AcesAug 23
- L56-67at Connecticut SunAug 21
- L69-80vs Connecticut SunAug 19
Indiana Fever
Last 10: 6-4Streak L182.6 scored · 79.9 allowed per game3-3 away
- L98-107at Las Vegas AcesOct 1
- W90-83vs Las Vegas AcesSep 28
- L72-84vs Las Vegas AcesSep 26
- L68-90at Las Vegas AcesSep 24
- W89-73at Las Vegas AcesSep 21
- W87-85at Atlanta DreamSep 18
- W77-60vs Atlanta DreamSep 16
- L68-80at Atlanta DreamSep 14
- W83-72vs Minnesota LynxSep 9
- W94-65at Washington MysticsSep 7
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 | Washington Mystics |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-70 | 25-57 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 9-19 | 4-14 |
| Three-point % | 47 | 29 |
| Free throws | 13-19 | 11-15 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 22 |
| Assists | 21 | 13 |
| Steals | 10 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 21 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 27 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 38 |
| Fouls | 21 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 33 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter47-38Kelsey Mitchell makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Odyssey Sims assists)
- 3rd Quarter47-40Shakira Austin makes 1-foot hook shot
- 3rd Quarter49-40Aliyah Boston makes 6-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter51-40Kelsey Mitchell makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter51-42Kiki Iriafen makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter51-43Kiki Iriafen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter51-45Kiki Iriafen makes driving layup (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 3rd Quarter53-45Aerial Powers makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter53-47Jade Melbourne makes layup (Kiki Iriafen assists)
- 3rd Quarter55-47Brianna Turner makes layup (Aliyah Boston assists)
- 3rd Quarter57-47Aliyah Boston makes 6-foot hook shot (Kelsey Mitchell assists)
- 3rd Quarter59-47Kelsey Mitchell makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter60-47Kelsey Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter61-47Aerial Powers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter62-47Aerial Powers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter62-49Kiki Iriafen makes 3-foot layup (Sug Sutton assists)
- 4th Quarter65-49Aerial Powers makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aliyah Boston assists)
- 4th Quarter67-49Odyssey Sims makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter67-51Sug Sutton makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter69-51Natasha Howard makes 4-foot layup (Odyssey Sims assists)
- 4th Quarter69-53Shakira Austin makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter72-53Lexie Hull makes 25-foot three point jumper (Odyssey Sims assists)
- 4th Quarter74-53Natasha Howard makes layup (Aliyah Boston assists)
- 4th Quarter77-53Aerial Powers makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aliyah Boston assists)
- 4th Quarter78-53Natasha Howard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter81-53Damiris Dantas makes 27-foot three point jumper (Odyssey Sims assists)
- 4th Quarter83-53Natasha Howard makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter83-54Alysha Clark makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-55Alysha Clark makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter85-55Shey Peddy makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter85-58Sonia Citron makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 4th Quarter88-58Shey Peddy makes 26-foot three point jumper (Lexie Hull assists)
- 4th Quarter88-60Kiki Iriafen makes layup (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 4th Quarter89-60Makayla Timpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-60Makayla Timpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-61Sonia Citron makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter91-61Makayla Timpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-61Damiris Dantas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aerial Powers assists)
- 4th Quarter94-63Jade Melbourne makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter94-65Lucy Olsen makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Washington Mystics, below favours Indiana Fever.
Venue
- CFG Bank ArenaBaltimore, MD
- Attendance11183
- OfficialsAngelica Suffren, Marcy Williams, Jenna Reneau
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WNBA rules and settlement
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