Close Game Decided By Late Turnover

Indiana Fever Defeat Chicago Sky 71-70 in Nail-Biter

Close Game Decided by Late Turnover

In a tightly contested WNBA matchup on June 1, 2024, the Indiana Fever emerged victorious over the Chicago Sky with a narrow 71-70 scoreline. The game, which aired live on ESPN, was a back-and-forth affair that came down to the final possession.

Key Players' Contributions

Indiana's top performer was their rookie first-round draft pick, who contributed 11 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 steals. Other notable contributors for the Fever included Breanna Stewart (15 points, 9 rebounds) and Victoria Vivians (12 points, 4 assists).

For the Sky, Courtney Vandersloot led the way with 16 points and 7 assists, while Candace Parker added 15 points and 10 rebounds. However, a late turnover by Vandersloot in the final seconds proved costly for Chicago.

Final Moments

The game remained within a single possession throughout the fourth quarter. With less than a minute remaining, the Sky held a two-point lead and had possession of the ball. However, Vandersloot's pass was intercepted by Fever guard Danielle Robinson, who converted the turnover into a game-winning layup.

The Indiana Fever's victory snapped a three-game losing streak and improved their record to 3-5. The Chicago Sky, meanwhile, fell to 2-6 with the defeat.