Let’s track back a little…do you remember how Indiana closed out the preseason? It will be remembered less for their play and more for the broader impact. Caitlin Clark’s Iowa homecoming, the preseason sweep, Stephanie White’s lineup experiments on a roster that had just five players from last season’s roster. And when asked what would make this season a success, both the star player and head coach echoed the same words… .“A Championship!”

Only if they knew that the journey would be anything but straightforward. The Fever have weathered ups and downs, playoff scares, injuries, roster adjustments, and moments of brilliance that kept their playoff hopes alive. What hasn’t changed, though, is that lofty goal they set back in May.

And against the league-best Minnesota Lynx on Sunday, pla

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