Indiana briefly runs its lead to 14 points. The Lynx, who shot 60% in the first quarter, are down to 35.7% for the game. Fever's defense leads to double-digit lead 3:27 left 3Q, Fever 45, Lynx 34: Lexie Hull gets a 3, and Natasha Howard gets a steal and layup.

Sophie Cunningham, who replaces Lexie Hull in the starting lineup, scores 12. Caitlin Clark, who suffered a groin injury one night earlier, doesn't play. Her status for All-Star weekend is uncertain.