Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the WNBA match.
Both sides are under pressure, with the Los Angeles Sparks breathing down their necks in the playoff race. The Seattle Storm have found their stride, winning four of their last five, while the Indiana Fever have stumbled with four defeats over the same stretch. Given the Fever’s injury issues and the Storm’s defensive solidity, the favourite looks clear.
Indiana Fever
The Indiana Fever average 85.1 points per game (4th in WNBA), but they also allow 82.4 points (9th). They shoot efficiently — 45.6% from the field and 34.9% from three — yet their defence concedes too much, letting opponents convert 44.5%. The absence of Caitlin Clark (16.5 points, league-leading 8.8 assists per game) is a major blow to their offensive balance. Over the last 10 games, the Fever have won just four.
Seattle Storm
The Seattle Storm put up 82.4 points on average (8th) but their strength lies in defence, conceding only 79.6 points (4th). They shoot 45.3% from the field and 33.6% from distance, and boast solid depth. Defensively, Jewell Loyd and Sami Whitcomb lead the backcourt press, while Ezi Magbegor (2 blocks per game) anchors inside. On the road, the Storm are thriving — three straight away wins and four in their last five.
Indiana Fever vs Seattle Storm Prediction
The Fever are hampered by injuries, most notably Clark’s absence, which strips them of stability and playmaking. The Storm, in contrast, are trending upwards, tightening their defence and delivering in key moments. With more balance across the floor, the Storm should capitalise on the Fever’s problems.
