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The Indiana Fever head into Game 2 against the Atlanta Dream severely shorthanded, with six players confirmed sidelined — including a key starter valued at $197,100 for the season.
📊 Injury Breakdown
Star Absence: The high-priced Fever standout has been officially ruled out due to injury, dealing a significant blow to the lineup.
Total Players Out: Six sidelined, leaving Indiana with limited rotation depth.
Impact: The Fever must rely heavily on younger players and bench depth to stay competitive.
🌟 Why It Matters
The Fever are already under pressure after their Game 1 setback. With injuries piling up, the challenge only grows against a Dream team hungry to capitalize.
🗣️ Coach’s Take
Indiana’s coach acknowledged the uphill battle, saying:
“We’ve got to focus on who’s available, not who’s missing. This is an opportunity for others to step up.”
🔭 What’s Next
The short-handed Fever will look to lean on rookie star Caitlin Clark and veteran leaders to spark an upset in Game 2. A loss, however, would put their postseason hopes in jeopardy.
🔥 With six players sidelined and a $197,100 star ruled out, the Indiana Fever’s depth will be pushed to its absolute limits against Atlanta.
