🔥 OVERTIME DRAMA! The Indiana Fever pulled off a stunning comeback against the Washington Mystics in a thrilling overtime victory on May 4, 2025. In this full game recap, watch how the Fever surged in the final minutes to tie the game and ultimately claim a 79-74 win in front of an electric home crowd at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
👀 Key Highlights:
Sophie Cunningham shines with 21 points and 8 rebounds, leading the charge in the fourth quarter.
Lexie Hull adds 13 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 assists, impacting the game on both ends.
Natasha Howard dominates inside with 11 points and 8 rebounds.
Washington Mystics start strong but struggle to close out the game, leading to a heartbreaking loss in OT.
💥 Watch the full game breakdown and highlight moments as we dive into the best plays, key performances, and pivotal moments from this incredible preseason matchup. Can the Fever continue their momentum into the regular season? What does this mean for the Mystics heading into their next challenge? Find out now!
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00:00We take you courtside to Gainbridge Fieldhouse, where the Indiana Fever battled the Washington Mystics in what turned into a dramatic preseason thriller on May 4th, 2025.
00:10It was a night many expected to be quiet, especially with Kaitlin Clark ruled out due to mild leg tightness.
00:18But what unfolded instead was a gripping display of grit, hustle, and team depth.
00:24Let's take you through it from start to overtime finish.
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00:47The Mystics came out firing.
00:49They dictated the tempo early, swarming on defense and forcing Indiana into tough looks.
00:55The Fever looked flat to start, struggling to create open shots and giving up turnovers that led to easy transition buckets for Washington.
01:04The Mystics moved the ball well, their half-court offense running smoothly, and by the end of the first quarter, they held a confident lead.
01:12Indiana had work to do.
01:14In the second quarter, the Fever started to find life, and it came in the form of Sophie Cunningham.
01:21Coming off the bench, she immediately changed the energy.
01:25Her aggressive drives to the rim, efficient scoring, and constant movement sparked Indiana's offense.
01:32With Cunningham leading the charge, the Fever slowly began chipping away at the Mystics' lead.
01:38Although Washington remained ahead at the half, the tone of the game had shifted.
01:44Indiana was building momentum.
01:47After halftime, Washington looked to stabilize things.
01:51They returned to their disciplined ball movement and attacked the paint, managing to hold off Indiana's surge for most of the third quarter.
01:59Indiana kept the game within reach.
02:01But it wasn't until the final few minutes of the period that they started to force turnovers and push the pace.
02:08Still, the Mystics maintained a slim lead heading into the fourth, and the game remained tightly contested.
02:15That's when Indiana flipped the switch.
02:18In the fourth quarter, the Fever came out with relentless energy.
02:23Cunningham continued to dominate, scoring key buckets and crashing the glass.
02:28Lexi Hull turned up the pressure on defense.
02:31Diving for loose balls and converting fast breaks.
02:35Natasha Howard brought veteran poise and strength in the paint, delivering on both ends with timely scores and crucial rebounds.
02:44Washington began to unravel, missing shots they had made earlier and struggling to break through Indiana's aggressive defense.
02:52With the clock winding down, the Fever completed their comeback, tying the game and sending it into overtime to the roar of their home crowd.
03:01In overtime, Indiana never looked back.
03:05The energy in the building was electric, and the Fever fed off it.
03:09Sophie Cunningham capped off her night with 21 points and 8 rebounds, showing leadership and poise in every moment.
03:18Lexi Hull finished with 13 points, 5 boards, and 4 assists.
03:22A complete two-way effort that made a real difference.
03:26Natasha Howard added 11 points and 8 rebounds, controlling the paint when it mattered most.
03:33The Fever outscored the Mystics in the extra period, securing a gritty and emotional 79-74 victory.
03:42This one meant more than just a tally in the preseason column.
03:45Without Kaitlyn Clark, Indiana proved they're a complete team.
03:50Deep, tough, and capable of stepping up when challenged.
03:54Sophie Cunningham's breakout night reminded fans of her potential as a leader,
03:58while players like Hull and Howard showed why they're critical pieces of this roster.
04:04For the Mystics, the game started strong but slipped away late.
04:08A reminder of how quickly things can turn in this league.
04:11Their early execution was impressive, but closing out games would be something they'll look to tighten up.
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