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**Summary:**

The Indiana Fever, fresh off their Commissioner’s Cup win, are facing the Las Vegas Aces at home without injured star Caitlin Clark. The Fever started strong, leading by as much as 20 points in the second quarter, thanks to efficient shooting and strong performances from Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell, and Natasha Howard. However, the Aces fought back in the third quarter, narrowing the gap. While the Fever were favored by ESPN’s matchup predictor, the game’s outcome remained uncertain heading into the final quarter.

**News Article:**

**Fever Face Aces Without Clark, Look to Continue Momentum**

**INDIANAPOLIS, IN -** Riding high after their Commissioner’s Cup victory, the Indiana Fever are back in action tonight, hosting the Las Vegas Aces at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. However, their momentum faces a test as they’ll be without star rookie Caitlin Clark, who is sidelined for her fourth consecutive game due to a groin injury. Clark previously missed five games earlier in the season due to a quad injury.

Despite Clark’s absence, the Fever came out firing. They established a commanding lead early on, boasting a lead of as much as 20 points in the second quarter. Aliyah Boston led the charge with 14 first-half points and 6 rebounds, supported by strong performances from Kelsey Mitchell, who had 18 points by the end of the third quarter, and Natasha Howard. Indiana’s efficient shooting, especially in the first half, put the Aces on their heels.

However, the Aces, led by A’ja Wilson, began to mount a comeback in the third quarter, outscoring the Fever. The third quarter ended with the Aces closing the gap and the Fever holding a lead.

Even without Clark, ESPN’s matchup predictor favored the Fever with a 55.9% chance of winning. Fans can follow live updates of the game online to see if Indiana can maintain their lead and secure another victory.

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