It was supposed to be a routine night. A’ja Wilson’s Las Vegas Aces — the league’s most polished powerhouse — walking into a matchup against a young Indiana Fever team missing its brightest star, Caitlin Clark. The script seemed obvious: no Clark, no chance.

But basketball has a way of tearing up scripts. And on this night, Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell took center stage, shredding every expectation, flipping the narrative upside down, and leaving the Aces stunned, the crowd breathless, and the WNBA buzzing with questions no one thought they’d be asking in August.

The Setup: A Fever Without Clark

Caitlin Clark has been the gravitational force of the Indiana Fever all season — their ticket-seller, their playmaker, their spark. With her sidelined, many fans tuned in expecting a blowout. Commentators even framed the game as a chance for the Aces to “get right” before the playoff stretch.

Boston’s Masterclass

Mitchell’s Fire

The Aces Stumble

The Final Push

Shockwaves Across the League

A Turning Point?

The Bigger Picture

Conclusion