Chicago Sky vs Indiana Fever August 9th 2025
The Chicago Sky will visit the Indiana Fever at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Saturday, August 9, 2025. The game tips off at 7:00 PM ET and will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2. Chicago enters the matchup with an 8-22 record, having dropped their last game to the Atlanta Dream. Indiana is 17-14 and is coming off a difficult loss against the Phoenix Mercury.
Sky vs Fever Key Information
- Sport: Basketball
- League: WNBA
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Indianapolis, IN
- Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
- Betting Odds: Fever Moneyline -290, Sky Moneyline +235, Spread Fever -6.5, Total Over/Under 164.5
The Sky Can Win If…
The Sky will need to overcome possible absences, with star forward Angel Reese questionable due to a back injury. Chicago will rely on Kamilla Cardoso, who has recorded seven consecutive double-doubles, and guard Ariel Atkins, who scored 15 points in her recent return from injury. The Sky’s offensive execution will be key — particularly avoiding the third-quarter collapses that have hurt them all season. If they can limit turnovers and keep pace offensively, they can challenge Indiana despite the season series deficit.
The Fever Can Win If…
Indiana will likely be without rookie sensation Caitlin Clark for a 10th straight game due to a groin injury. The Fever may also miss key guards Aari McDonald and Sydney Colson, both of whom were injured in their last outing. Kelsey Mitchell will need to carry the scoring load again after her season-high 35 points in the last meeting with Chicago. Indiana’s defense has dominated the matchup so far, winning all three previous games by an average of 25.7 points. If they can maintain that defensive intensity and get strong contributions from Sophie Cunningham and NaLyssa Smith, they’ll be in position for a fourth straight win over Chicago.
The Lean
The Fever have handled the Sky with ease in 2025, and even with injury concerns, they are favored for a reason. Chicago’s recent inconsistency and the possible absence of Reese give Indiana a clear edge. Projection: Fever 84, Sky 75 — lean to Fever -6.5 and Over 164.5.