Fever vs Tempo: Playoff Push | WNBA News

0:00On September 18th, the Indiana fever are on a crucial stretch, fighting for a top 4 seed in the WNBA playoffs. They're kicking off the final week of the regular season with a road game against the Toronto tempo. The tempo have really struggled lately, especially after the FIBA World Cup break. They've lost 4 in a row and are just one win in their last 10 games, with a league worst defensive rating. Odds makers are leaning heavily on the fever in this matchup, but their last game in Toronto was closer than expected, a 6-point win for Indiana. However, when they played in Indiana, the fever took it by 22 points. Indiana boasts the league's top offense, and the combination of Caitlyn Clark and Kelsey Mitchell could be a serious problem for any playoff opponent. Looking at player props, Kelsey Mitchell is a key focus. She's one of the league's premiere shooters, hitting over 45% of her 3-point attempts this season. She's been on a hot streak, making at least 4-3s in 4 of her last 5 games. The tempo's defense is particularly weak against the 3-point shot, making Mitchell a strong candidate to exceed her projected 3-point total.

1:07The fever have a lot on the line, aiming for home court advantage in the first round of the playoffs. Their offensive firepower is unmatched, and the tempo, plagued by injuries and a poor defensive rating, are struggling mightily. Toronto's record over their last 15 games is a dismal 1-win and 14 losses, highlighting their current struggles. Given the fever's offensive dominance and the tempo's defensive woes, Indiana is heavily favored. The fever need this win to solidify their playoff positioning, and arrested Indiana team is expected to handle business against the struggling Toronto. Squad, I'm Corey with the story, and you've been listening to WNBA News today. AI Power Team Coverage