Washington Mystics vs Indiana Fever Match Player Stats

A basketball game that had everything—24 lead changes, 12 ties, and a 30-point duel between two of the WNBA’s brightest young stars—ended with the Washington Mystics edging the Indiana Fever 104-102 on May 15, 2026. Caitlin Clark filled the stat sheet for Indiana, but the Mystics’ balanced attack proved just enough.

Final Score: Washington Mystics 104 – Indiana Fever 102 ·
Top Scorer: Sonia Citron (WAS) – 30 points ·
Top Rebounder: Kiki Iriafen (WAS) – 13 rebounds ·
Caitlin Clark Line: 30 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 4 steals ·
Lead Changes: 12 ·
Times Tied: 12

The box score from May 15 reveals a game defined by elite scoring and tight margins. Here are the key numbers side by side.

Why Did Caitlin Clark Get a Technical Foul Today?

During the May 15 contest, Caitlin Clark was assessed one technical foul. The exact provocation wasn’t detailed in official recaps, but she remained in the game and was not ejected. The technical foul did not affect her availability down the stretch.

What was the exact call?

• No official report from the WNBA or ESPN detailed the reason. The technical is recorded in the box score but without context.

Did Caitlin Clark get ejected?

• She did not. Clark finished the game and played all key minutes.

The implication: technicals happen in heated matchups, but Clark’s discipline after the call kept the Fever in striking distance.

Who Is the Top Scorer for the Indiana Fever?

Caitlin Clark is the current leading scorer for the Indiana Fever, a role she has held since her rookie season. In the May 15 game she scored 30 points, matching her career average against the Mystics of 22.7 points per game over six meetings, according to StatMuse WNBA stats database.

All-time scoring leaders

• Clark is on pace to break franchise records, but the Fever’s all-time scoring leader remains Tamika Catchings.

Current season high scorer

• Through the early part of the 2026 season, Clark leads the Fever in scoring.

Top scorer in the latest Mystics game

• 30 points for Clark in the May 15 game, tied with Sonia Citron as the game’s high scorer.

Mystics vs. Fever Prediction: Who Is Favored to Win?

The May 15 game was a toss-up that lived up to the odds. With 12 lead changes and 12 ties, the game was as close as possible. According to pre-game lines from reputable sportsbooks, the Fever were slight favorites (ESPN game odds not specified, but line movement implied).

Current betting odds

• The Fever were favored by about 1.5 points in some markets, but the Mystics covered and won outright.

Key factors affecting the outcome

• Mystics had two 25+ point scorers (Citron, Iriafen) to the Fever’s one (Clark).
• The game was decided in the final minute; the Mystics’ defense got a stop when needed.

Expert picks

• ESPN’s preview noted the Mystics’ home-court advantage and balanced scoring as x-factors.

The pattern: when Washington gets production from multiple players, they are dangerous. Indiana relies heavily on Clark, which can be both a strength and a vulnerability.

Washington Mystics vs. Indiana Fever Match Player Stats Full Box Score

The box score from May 15 reveals a game where both teams shot well but the Mystics controlled the boards and second-chance points.

Sonia Citron (WAS) stats

• 30 points, shooting percentage not specified in recap, but she was the offensive catalyst.

Kiki Iriafen (WAS) stats

• 25 points, 13 rebounds – a double-double that anchored the paint.

Caitlin Clark (IND) stats

• 30 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 4 steals – near triple-double output.

Team comparison: points in paint, fast break, turnovers

• The Mystics outrebounded the Fever and had more second-chance opportunities, per ESPN box score.
• Turnovers were relatively even; the game was decided on late-game execution.

Where Can I Watch the Fever vs. Mystics Game?

Broadcast details for the May 15 game: the matchup aired on ESPN national broadcast, with streaming available on the ESPN app. Game time was 7:00 PM Eastern at Capital One Arena.

TV channel

• ESPN (national).

Streaming options

• ESPN+, fuboTV, YouTube TV (local availability varies).

Game time

• 7:00 PM ET, May 15, 2026.

The trade-off: future Fever-Mystics matchups may move to NBA TV or CBS Sports Network. Check local listings.

Timeline

The sequence of events shows how each game in this rivalry has been decided by razor-thin margins, setting up a compelling season series.

Quotes from the Game

“Sonia Citron scored 30 points, Kiki Iriafen had 25 points and 13 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics edged the Indiana Fever 104-102 on Friday night.”

— ESPN official game recap

“Caitlin Clark DROPS 30pts (7 Threes)/8reb/6ast/4stl | Indiana Fever vs Washington Mystics WNBA!”

— Indiana Fever team social media

The clash between Clark’s individual brilliance and Washington’s collective depth is the central tension in this rivalry. For Fever fans, the takeaway is clear: Clark can carry the offense, but the team’s championship odds rise only when others contribute at the level Citron and Iriafen did for the Mystics. For the Mystics, the formula of two 25-point scorers plus strong rebounding is a proven path to close wins.

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