The Indiana Fever are entering Game 2 of their first-round series against the Las Vegas Aces with their backs against the wall. They lost the opening game 102-85 on Sunday at Michelob ULTRA Arena.
Caitlin Clark and Co. will be eliminated with one more defeat. Game 2 will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, and the team has a request for its fans.
The Fever posted a hype video on Instagram that features some of the best moments from this season. It also captured the Indiana faithful cheering passionately for their team, and the Fever hope the fans bring the same energy come Tuesday.
“playoff basketball at our place 😈 bring the noise Indy 🔊,” the team wrote.
Aliyah Boston spearheaded Indiana’s attack in Game 1, recording 18 points, eight rebounds and four assists. Clark added 15 points and 10 assists, but struggled from the field, converting just 6-of-17 attempts.
Kelsey Mitchell had an off night as well, finishing with 12 points on 4-of-16 shooting. Raven Johnson and Sophie Cunningham stepped up by combining for 27 points off the bench.
The Aces, meanwhile, were led by A’ja Wilson’s game-high 38 points and 16 rebounds. The reigning WNBA MVP also registered two assists, two steals and four blocks. Jackie Young contributed 21 points and 10 assists, while Chelsea Gray supplied 14 points, five rebounds and eight assists.
Indiana will rely on its fans to boost its chances of extending the series. The team went 15-7 at home in the regular season and will need all the help it can get to keep its championship hopes alive.
