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Indiana Fever Dominates Nigeria in WNBA Clash

NIGERIA0-3
57
Indiana Fever
Indiana Fever2-1
105

Saturday, May 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Indiana Fever 105, NIGERIA 57, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won NIGERIA vs Indiana Fever?

Indiana Fever beat NIGERIA 105-57 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 2, 2026.

In a commanding performance, the Indiana Fever defeated Nigeria with a final score of 105 to 57 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This matchup showcased the Fever's offensive prowess and defensive strength, marking a significant victory for the home team. The Fever, now holding a record of 2-1 in the current season, demonstrated their ability to score effectively, averaging 83.8 points per game over their last ten outings, although they have allowed an average of 84.8 points during that stretch. This win comes after a recent loss to the Dallas Wings, where they fell 80-95 on April 30, 2026, and follows a strong victory against the New York Liberty, where they triumphed 109-91 on April 25, 2026.

In contrast, Nigeria continues to struggle, now sitting at 0-3 for the season. Their recent form has seen them lose their last two games, including a defeat to the Minnesota Lynx (79-88) on April 28, 2026, and a heavy loss to the Los Angeles Sparks (63-89) on April 25, 2026. Nigeria has averaged just 71.0 points in their last two games while allowing an average of 88.5 points, highlighting their difficulties both offensively and defensively.

The Fever's home record stands at 2-2, while Nigeria has yet to secure a win on the road, holding an away record of 0-2. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked a significant gap in performance between the two teams, with Indiana capitalizing on their home advantage. The Fever's scoring was led by a series of strong plays in the fourth quarter, including a three-point jumper by Damiris Dantas and consistent scoring from Kayana Traylor and others.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details regarding player availability for either team, but the impact of injuries can often play a crucial role in such matchups. The market had priced this game with Indiana as the favorite, reflecting their stronger record and home court advantage, although specific odds from the provider were not detailed in the block.

The conditions at Gainbridge Fieldhouse were conducive to a high-scoring game, and viewers were treated to a display of skill and teamwork from the Fever. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter illustrated Indiana's dominance, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline.

Overall, this game served as a stark reminder of the challenges Nigeria faces this season, while the Fever look to build on this momentum as they progress through the league.

Leaders

  • PointsKelsey Mitchell17Indiana Fever
  • AssistsAliyah Boston6Indiana Fever
  • ReboundsRaven Johnson7Indiana Fever
  • PointsShay Ijiwoye10NIGERIA
  • AssistsEzinne Kalu2NIGERIA
  • ReboundsNicole Enabosi5NIGERIA

Recent form

Indiana Fever

Last 10: 5-5Streak L183.8 scored · 84.8 allowed per game2-2 at home

  • L80-95vs Dallas WingsApr 30
  • W109-91at New York LibertyApr 25
  • 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

NIGERIA

Last 2: 0-2Streak L271 scored · 88.5 allowed per game0-2 away

  • L79-88at Minnesota LynxApr 28
  • L63-89at Los Angeles SparksApr 25

Standings

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

Box score

StatNIGERIAIndiana Fever
Field goals18-6036-67
Field goal %3054
Three-pointers0-1214-31
Three-point %045
Free throws21-3419-21
Free throw %6290
Rebounds3239
Offensive rebounds106
Defensive rebounds2233
Assists826
Steals1412
Blocks15
Turnovers2418
Team turnovers10
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers3210
Fast-break points1024
Points in the paint3242
Fouls2728
Largest lead049
Lead changes00
Time in front098

How the scoring went

  1. 2nd Quarter27-69Kelsey Mitchell makes 25-foot running jump shot (Caitlin Clark assists)
  2. 2nd Quarter27-70Sophie Cunningham makes free throw 2 of 2
  3. 2nd Quarter29-70Suzie Rafiu makes layup
  4. 3rd Quarter29-72Raven Johnson makes layup (Damiris Dantas assists)
  5. 3rd Quarter30-72Shay Ijiwoye makes free throw 1 of 2
  6. 3rd Quarter31-72Shay Ijiwoye makes free throw 2 of 2
  7. 3rd Quarter33-72Victoria Macaulay makes layup (Shay Ijiwoye assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter35-72Suzie Rafiu makes running layup
  9. 3rd Quarter35-73Tyasha Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
  10. 3rd Quarter35-74Tyasha Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
  11. 3rd Quarter35-77Damiris Dantas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kayana Traylor assists)
  12. 3rd Quarter35-80Kayana Traylor makes 25-foot three point jumper (Damiris Dantas assists)
  13. 3rd Quarter37-80Vera Ojenuwa makes two point shot
  14. 3rd Quarter38-80Vera Ojenuwa makes free throw 1 of 2
  15. 3rd Quarter38-82Makayla Timpson makes 3-foot layup (Megan McConnell assists)
  16. 3rd Quarter39-82Promise Amukamara makes free throw 1 of 2
  17. 3rd Quarter40-82Promise Amukamara makes free throw 2 of 2
  18. 3rd Quarter41-82Vera Ojenuwa makes free throw 1 of 2
  19. 3rd Quarter41-85Damiris Dantas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jessica Timmons assists)
  20. 4th Quarter43-85Blessing Ejiofor makes 12-foot two point shot (Ezinne Kalu assists)
  21. 4th Quarter45-85Jemi Klaku makes running layup
  22. 4th Quarter46-85Ezinne Kalu makes free throw 1 of 3
  23. 4th Quarter47-85Ezinne Kalu makes free throw 2 of 3
  24. 4th Quarter48-85Ezinne Kalu makes free throw 3 of 3
  25. 4th Quarter48-87Shatori Walker-Kimbrough makes 1-foot layup (Damiris Dantas assists)
  26. 4th Quarter48-90Shatori Walker-Kimbrough makes 24-foot three point jumper
  27. 4th Quarter48-92Myisha Hines-Allen makes two point shot
  28. 4th Quarter50-92Blessing Ejiofor makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
  29. 4th Quarter50-93Jessica Timmons makes free throw 1 of 3
  30. 4th Quarter50-94Jessica Timmons makes free throw 2 of 3
  31. 4th Quarter50-95Jessica Timmons makes free throw 3 of 3
  32. 4th Quarter50-97Myisha Hines-Allen makes driving layup (Megan McConnell assists)
  33. 4th Quarter50-98Myisha Hines-Allen makes free throw 1 of 1
  34. 4th Quarter52-98Shay Ijiwoye makes running layup (Victoria Macaulay assists)
  35. 4th Quarter52-100Damiris Dantas makes two point shot
  36. 4th Quarter54-100Pallas Kunaiyi makes 1-foot layup
  37. 4th Quarter54-103Damiris Dantas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Megan McConnell assists)
  38. 4th Quarter55-103Pallas Kunaiyi makes free throw 2 of 2
  39. 4th Quarter57-103Suzie Rafiu makes two point shot
  40. 4th Quarter57-105Kayana Traylor makes running layup

Venue

  • Gainbridge FieldhouseIndianapolis, IN
  • Attendance10051
  • OfficialsCharles Watson, Kevin Fahy, Jason Alabanza

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