Indiana Fever Turn Heads After Major Kelsey Mitchell News on Tuesday
Indiana Fever Turn Heads After Major Kelsey Mitchell News on Tuesday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Indiana Fever have been streaky throughout the season, especially with the loss of Caitlin Clark.
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Clark has been sidelined for the last four games, nursing a leg injury. While she has been away from the team in terms of on-court action, the Fever have gone 2-2.
Indiana lost back-to-back games in Clark's absence but followed with two straight wins. Throughout the season, they're ranked as the No. 3 team in the Eastern Conference and the No. 7 team in the WNBA standings.
While Clark has been out of the lineup due to injury, Kelsey Mitchell has taken over.
Mitchell, one of the most talented guards in the WNBA, was recently awarded the Eastern Conference Player of the Week honors.
The Indiana Fever reposted the news from the WNBA, showing support for the All-Star guard.
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"Congrats, Kelz," posted the official social media account of the Indiana Fever. "Kelsey Mitchell averaged 20.5 PPG, 3.5 RPG & 2.5 APG and led us to a 2-0 record to earn @WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week honors for the week of June 2-8."
Upon the release of the announcement, fans took to social media, sharing their thoughts
"Congrats Kelsey," said one fan.
"Atta girl!!" said another fan.
"Deservedly so!! Congratz," mentioned one fan.
"Let's Go 0!!!!" commented one fan.
"I do love watching her hoop," said one fan.
"Ok Kelz. I see you," said another fan.
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Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx received the Western Conference Player of the Week honors.
Indiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell (0) runs down the court after scoring a 3-pointer.© Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK
As the Indiana Fever mentioned, Kelsey Mitchell has led the team to two straight wins, having posted 20.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists this past week.
Throughout the season, Mitchell has averaged 17.4 points, 1.8 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game.
Related: Caitlin Clark Sends Clear Message Before Indiana Fever Game
Related: Angel Reese Sends Message After Big Announcement on Tuesday
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
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