NBA W· Season 2026
Atlanta Dream defeat Indiana Fever 95-91 in a WNBA regular season matchup. Caitlin Clark posted 29 points and 10 assists for Indiana in a losing effort.
Match Analysis
AI SummaryAtlanta Dream edge Indiana Fever 95-91 in WNBA showdown
The Atlanta Dream secured a hard-fought 95-91 victory over the Indiana Fever in a thrilling WNBA matchup on 16 August 2026, snapping Indiana's strong recent run.
The Dream came out with intensity on their home court, building an early lead that they managed to protect through a tense fourth quarter. Indiana, powered by Caitlin Clark's offensive brilliance, fought back repeatedly but could never quite overtake Atlanta down the stretch.
Key Performers
Caitlin Clark once again led the Fever offence with a stellar all-around performance, continuing her remarkable form that had seen Indiana win 10 of their last 13 games entering this contest. She posted 29 points and 10 assists, keeping the Fever within striking distance throughout.
Atlanta's balanced scoring attack proved to be the difference, with multiple Dream players stepping up in key moments. The Dream's ability to execute in the half-court and convert from the free-throw line in the closing minutes sealed the result.
Turning Point
With the Fever threatening in the final quarter, Atlanta responded with a crucial run that pushed the lead back to double digits. Indiana cut the deficit to a single possession with under two minutes to play, but the Dream's defence held firm, forcing key stops and converting at the stripe to ice the game.
What It Means
The Fever fall to 22-13 with the loss, while Atlanta improve their standing in the tightly contested WNBA playoff race. Indiana entered the game riding high after Clark's 29-point, 10-assist performance against Dallas on Friday, but could not replicate that result on the road in Atlanta.
Match Stats
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta Dream | - | - | - | - | 95 |
| Indiana Fever | - | - | - | - | 91 |
The result keeps both teams firmly in playoff contention as the WNBA regular season heads towards its climax.
Rivalry since 2014
Atlanta Dream W vs Indiana Fever W Head to Head Results· 50
Atlanta Dream W and Indiana Fever W have met 50 times — Atlanta Dream W won 25, Indiana Fever W won 25, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2014. A combined 8250 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 165.00 per match (4130 for the home side, 4120 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 50 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 50 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 113–96 in 2026.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 Aug 2026