Los Angeles, California – The Indiana Fever secured their first win of the WNBA season by defeating the Los Angeles Sparks 78-73 in a thrilling game in front of a record-breaking crowd of 19,103, including several Hollywood celebrities. Caitlin Clark shined for the Fever, achieving her first double-double in the WNBA with 11 points and 10 rebounds, along with eight assists.

Leading the charge for Indiana was Kelsey Mitchell with 18 points, while Aliyah Boston and Temi Fagbenle contributed 17 points each. Clark, despite missing her first seven 3-point attempts, delighted fans with a deep 3-pointer late in the game, earning cheers and applause from the crowd. The game also showcased the young talent in the league, with top draft picks Caitlin Clark, Cameron Brink, and Rickea Jackson displaying their skills.

On the other side, Brink recorded 15 points and nine rebounds for the Sparks, with Jackson adding a career-high 16 points off the bench. The star-studded crowd included celebrities like Ashton Kutcher, Jason Sudeikis, Rosie O’Donnell, and NBA players DeMar DeRozan and Klay Thompson, showing their support at Crypto.com Arena.

After a slow start, the Fever rallied in the second half, outscoring the Sparks to clinch the victory. Clark’s pivotal plays, including a clutch 3-pointer in the final moments, sealed the win for Indiana. Despite struggling from the 3-point line, both teams battled hard, with the Fever showing resilience to come out on top.

Looking ahead, the teams are set to face off again in Indianapolis, where fans can expect another intense matchup. The game highlighted the competitive spirit and talent in the WNBA, setting the stage for exciting future matchups in the season. With young stars like Caitlin Clark making an impact, the league continues to showcase the best of women’s basketball.