Indianapolis, IN — The Gainbridge Fieldhouse shook with an energy that could be felt across the city last night. What was expected to be a competitive clash between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky turned into something far more one-sided — a showcase of dominance, precision, and unrelenting confidence from the home team.

From the opening tip-off, the Fever set the tone. Sophie Cunningham and Lexie Hull, the night’s undisputed sharpshooting duo, wasted no time letting the Sky know they meant business. Within the first quarter, the pair had already combined for a barrage of three-pointers, each one dropping with a crisp swish that drew roars from the home crowd. These weren’t lucky shots — they were calculated, confident, and executed with the kind of precision that makes defenders second-guess their every move.

“It felt like every shot we took had a purpose,” Cunningham said after the game, still riding the high of a performance for the ages. “We weren’t just looking to score — we were looking to send a message.”

That message was loud and clear.

By halftime, Indiana had built a double-digit lead, and the Sky were scrambling to find answers. Chicago’s defensive rotations were a step too slow, their closeouts hesitant, and their communication on the floor faltering. On offense, the Sky faced the Fever’s smothering defense, with passing lanes cut off and every shot contested. Players like Aliyah Boston and NaLyssa Smith patrolled the paint with authority, forcing Chicago into low-percentage looks and frustrating any attempt to establish rhythm.

Even the Sky’s veterans couldn’t stop the bleeding. Every time Chicago seemed to find a spark, Cunningham or Hull would be there to snuff it out with another dagger from beyond the arc. Hull, in particular, seemed to have ice in her veins, knocking down threes from well behind the line and barely cracking a smile while doing it.

The Chicago bench tried to rally their players, calling out defensive switches and urging more aggressive play, but the Fever’s pace never wavered. In fact, the third quarter saw Indiana turn up the heat even further. Fast-break points piled up, the ball zipped around the perimeter with surgical speed, and the Sky’s defenders were left chasing shadows.

By the time the fourth quarter began, the game was effectively over. The Fever led by more than twenty, and the crowd knew they were witnessing not just a victory, but a statement win. Fans rose to their feet after every shot, the cheers blending into chants of “Let’s go Fever!” that echoed through the arena.

When the final buzzer sounded, the scoreboard read like a headline in itself: Indiana Fever 92 — Chicago Sky 65. A 27-point blowout against a team that had entered the game believing they could hang with one of the WNBA’s most energized squads.

The post-game press conference painted two very different pictures. On one side, the Fever players and coaching staff spoke with confidence, talking about discipline, execution, and trust in one another. On the other, the Sky looked deflated, searching for explanations that didn’t involve simply admitting they’d been outplayed in every facet of the game.

Fever head coach Christie Sides summed it up bluntly: “We didn’t come out here to play around. We came to dominate. And tonight, our players showed exactly what happens when we execute our game plan at 100%.”

Cunningham finished the night with 24 points, hitting six of her eight attempts from deep. Hull added 21, including a near-perfect shooting performance in the second half. But beyond the numbers, it was their chemistry and relentless mentality that stood out. Both players fed off each other’s energy, celebrating each other’s makes and pushing one another to stay aggressive until the very end.

The victory also served as a warning to the rest of the league: underestimate the Fever at your own risk. With a balanced attack, defensive grit, and a bench that can step up when needed, Indiana looks poised to make a deep run this season.

For the Sky, the loss will sting for a while. They entered the game with confidence, having won three of their last four matchups, but left Indianapolis reminded that momentum means nothing if you can’t back it up when the lights are brightest. Chicago will have to regroup quickly, with a tough stretch of games ahead that will test their resilience and adaptability.

Back in the Fever locker room, the mood was electric. Laughter, music, and the sound of sneakers squeaking on the practice court next door filled the air. Even as the players enjoyed the win, there was no sense of complacency.

“This is just the beginning,” Hull said with a grin. “We’ve got bigger goals, and nights like this are just stepping stones.”

If last night was a preview of what’s to come, the rest of the WNBA might want to take notice. The Fever aren’t just here to compete — they’re here to dismantle expectations, one opponent at a time.

And in Indianapolis, that’s exactly what they did to the Chicago Sky.