Aliyah Boston Makes WNBA History as Indiana Fever Defeat the Chicago Sky

On Sunday, the Indiana Fever secured a convincing 93–78 win over the Chicago Sky in their third matchup of the season — and while stars Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese were notably absent, it was Aliyah Boston who made headlines with a historic performance.

Missing Stars, But No Lack of Action

Both teams were without their biggest names. Caitlin Clark continues to rehab a groin injury she suffered before the All-Star break. It’s the latest in a string of lower-body issues that have sidelined her for over half the season, including two groin injuries and a preseason quad strain. With no exact timeline for her return, the Fever may be forced to finish the regular season without their All-Star captain.

Angel Reese was also out for the Sky, missing her third game of the season — and second straight — due to a back injury. Her absence has clearly affected Chicago’s performance. Over the last two seasons, the Sky have posted a 1–8 record in games without Reese, highlighting her value to the team’s success on both ends of the court.

Kelsey Mitchell Shines, Boston Makes History

With Clark out, it was Kelsey Mitchell who led the offensive charge for the Fever, dropping an impressive 35 points to pace Indiana. But the night belonged to Aliyah Boston, who delivered a well-rounded stat line with 14 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists.

In doing so, Boston etched her name into WNBA history:

• She became the fastest center in league history to record 100 assists in a single season.

• She also became the fastest player since Candace Parker to hit 400 points, 200 rebounds, and 100 assists in one season.

The 2023 Rookie of the Year continues to evolve into one of the WNBA’s most complete and dominant forwards, proving to be a cornerstone for Indiana even in Clark’s absence.

Fever Push Toward Playoffs

Sunday’s win pushed the Fever to 14–12 on the season, keeping them firmly in the playoff hunt. Despite Clark’s limited availability, the team has shown resilience and depth — especially thanks to contributions from veterans like Mitchell and Boston.

However, as the team enters the final stretch of the regular season with 18 games remaining, the uncertainty around Clark’s return looms large. Indiana may have to continue leaning on their supporting cast if they hope to secure a postseason berth.

Sky’s Playoff Hopes Fading Fast

Meanwhile, the Chicago Sky are trending in the opposite direction. Now sitting at 7–18 and riding a five-game losing streak, their playoff chances are slipping away. Last season, the Sky finished 13–27 and missed the playoffs for the first time in five years — and unless they reverse course soon, 2025 could end the same way.

Angel Reese’s absence has been felt deeply, and while the team has shown flashes of promise, they’ve struggled to close out games without her inside presence and rebounding ability.

Looking Ahead

While the spotlight often shines on rookies like Clark and Reese, Sunday’s matchup reminded fans of the talent and leadership of players like Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell. As the WNBA season heats up, Indiana is rising to the occasion — even as they wait for their star guard to return.

Boston’s historic milestone is not just a personal achievement — it’s a sign that the Fever are deeper and more dangerous than many expected. And as the Sky scramble for answers, Indiana’s confidence continues to grow.

One thing is clear: with or without Caitlin Clark on the court, the Fever are a team to watch.