Clark, Mitchell Set WNBA Duo Record
Clark and Mitchell set WNBA record with 16 games of 20+ points each, Fever win fifth straight.
The update
Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell made WNBA history by setting a record for the most 20+ point games by a duo in a single season. The Indiana Fever extended their winning streak to five games with a 101-95 victory over the Toronto Tempo. Mitchell scored 29 points before sitting out the fourth quarter due to overheating, while Clark added 24 points in her first WNBA game in Canada.
Why it matters
This record-setting performance highlights the Fever’s strong recent play, as they are 12-3 in their last 15 games since July 9. The duo has combined for 20 or more points in the same game 16 times this season, surpassing the previous record of 15 set by Diana Taurasi and Cappie Pondexter with Phoenix in 2008.
What to watch
Will Mitchell’s heat-related issue become a recurring concern? Can the Fever maintain this level of performance against top competition like the Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries, who have beaten Indiana during this recent stretch?
Sources
- espn.com — Record details and game information
- HEAVY — Fever's improved standing and historical context
- Pro Football Network — Fever's improved standing and historical context
