The Indiana Fever’s season just keeps getting hotter, and the latest victory proved exactly why they are emerging as one of the most dangerous teams in the WNBA right now.

In a thrilling showdown, Sophie Cunningham delivered her best performance since joining the Fever, catching fire from beyond the arc, while Aliyah Boston once again reminded the league why she’s one of the most dominant bigs in basketball. Together, they powered Indiana to its fifth straight win, solidifying the team’s push toward playoff contention.

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From the very first quarter, Cunningham was locked in. Known for her energy and swagger, she backed it up with elite shot-making, drilling threes at critical moments that silenced the opposing crowd and gave Indiana all the momentum they needed. Her confidence spread to the rest of the roster, opening the floor for Clark, Boston, and the Fever’s supporting cast to execute seamlessly on both ends of the court.

But the real takeover came in the fourth quarter, when Aliyah Boston flipped the switch. After a steady first half, Boston absolutely dominated down the stretch, overpowering defenders in the paint, grabbing clutch rebounds, and punishing anyone who tried to stop her inside. Her physicality set the tone for the Fever to close the game, and she finished with a double-double that had fans buzzing about her All-WNBA potential.

Caitlin Clark, meanwhile, played the role of floor general perfectly. She didn’t need to take over scoring responsibilities because Cunningham and Boston were unstoppable, but her vision and passing were on full display. Clark racked up assists by threading no-look passes and setting up her teammates in rhythm, proving once again that her impact goes far beyond her scoring. The chemistry between her and Boston in particular has quickly become one of the most lethal inside-out duos in the league.

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The Fever’s defense also deserves credit for this streak. Against a high-powered opponent, they tightened the screws late in the game, forcing turnovers and capitalizing in transition. Stephanie White’s coaching adjustments have been spot-on, with Indiana looking far more disciplined and confident than earlier in the season.

Fans across the league are taking notice. Winning five straight in the WNBA is no small feat, and doing it with a mix of young stars, rising role players, and midseason additions like Cunningham shows just how deep and versatile this Fever team has become. What’s most exciting is that they’re peaking at the perfect time, building momentum as the playoff picture starts to take shape.

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On social media, Fever Nation erupted with praise for both Boston and Cunningham. Clips of Cunningham’s flamethrower performance quickly went viral, while Boston’s dominance drew comparisons to some of the greatest post players in league history. Even national analysts have begun discussing the Fever as more than just a “fun young team”—they’re now being framed as a legitimate threat.

The win also raises a bigger question: just how high is the Fever’s ceiling? With Clark orchestrating, Boston commanding the paint, Cunningham finding her shooting rhythm, and a bench that continues to contribute meaningful minutes, this is a team no opponent wants to face right now.

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Five straight wins may just be the beginning. If Cunningham can sustain this level of shooting and Boston keeps playing at an MVP-caliber level, the Fever could find themselves climbing the standings faster than anyone expected. And for a franchise that has been searching for its identity in recent years, this streak has made one thing clear—Indiana is back, and they’re here to stay.