Washington Mystics beat Indiana Fever 93-77, move within 1 game in standings

Kiki Iriafen’s impressive performance, scoring 21 points and securing 14 rebounds, propelled the Washington Mystics to a 93-77 victory over the Indiana Fever. This win brings the Mystics (26-16) within one game of the fifth-place Fever (27-15) as the regular season nears its end. Shakira Austin also contributed significantly with 20 points and 10 rebounds. The Mystics dominated early, leading 34-19 after the first quarter and maintaining a strong advantage throughout the game. Despite Caitlin Clark’s 25 points and Kelsey Mitchell’s 22 for the Fever, Indiana struggled with shooting accuracy and bench contributions. The Fever’s All-Star center, Aliyah Boston, was limited by foul trouble, scoring only seven points. The Fever will face the Minnesota Lynx in their final games, while the Mystics will host Connecticut next. QUESTION: How might the outcome of the remaining games impact the playoff positions for both the Mystics and the Fever?