McDonald’s career night leads Fever to third straight victory

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Fever extended its winning streak to three games on Wednesday by beating the Phoenix Mercury 107-101 inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Phoenix led by as many as 12 points in the first quarter, before Indiana rallied. The Fever outscored the Mercury 35-20 in the second quarter to take a lead into the locker room at halftime.

Fever guard Aari McDonald had a memorable night as she scored a career-high 27 points in the win. She scored 17 of those points in the first half. Overall, McDonald was 3-of-4 (75%) from three-point range and 10-of-10 (100%) from the free throw line.

Fever forward Aliyah Boston had a double-double in the win, finishing with 22 points and 12 rebounds.

Fever guard Caitlin Clark missed the game as she continues to deal with a groin injury. It was the fifth straight game she’s missed.

Indiana now gets ready for a four-game road trip beginning with a matchup at the Dallas Wings on Friday night.

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