Lexie Hull Leads Indiana Fever to Blowout Win Over Angel Reese & Chicago Sky in Caitlin Clark’s Absence

Chicago — The Indiana Fever proved they’re more than a one-woman show after guard Lexie Hull delivered a stunning, red-hot performance to dismantle the Chicago Sky, outshining rookie sensation Angel Reese and doing it all without the Fever’s biggest star, Caitlin Clark.

In a game many expected the Fever to struggle without their top scorer and playmaker, Hull stepped into the spotlight, scoring at will, locking down defensively, and setting the tone from the opening tip. The result? A decisive victory that sent a message across the WNBA: this team has depth, and Hull is ready for prime time.

Lexie Hull’s Career Performance

Hull wasted no time asserting herself, draining three-pointers, driving aggressively to the rim, and forcing turnovers on defense. She finished the night with a career-high 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 steals, shooting an incredible 70% from the field.

“We knew we had to step up without Caitlin,” Hull said postgame. “Everyone had to bring something extra — for me, that meant being aggressive from the start and setting the tone.”

Her energy and accuracy sparked the Fever to an early double-digit lead they never relinquished.

Shutting Down Angel Reese

While Hull’s offense grabbed headlines, her defensive effort was just as critical. Matched up several times against Angel Reese, Hull and the Fever’s defense held the Sky’s star to just 10 points on 4-of-14 shooting. Reese, who has been dominant on the boards all season, was also limited to just 6 rebounds — well below her average.

“It was a team effort,” Hull said about guarding Reese. “We threw different looks at her and made her work for every shot.”

Life Without Caitlin Clark

Caitlin Clark missed the game due to rest and minor soreness, sparking speculation on how the Fever would perform without their high-profile rookie. Critics pointed to Indiana’s struggles in past games without Clark’s playmaking and scoring.

Instead, the Fever delivered one of their most complete games of the season — with balanced scoring from Hull, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell, and suffocating team defense.

Boston, the reigning Rookie of the Year, added 18 points and 12 rebounds, while Mitchell chipped in 16 points and 7 assists.

Team Statement Win

Head coach Christie Sides praised the group for staying locked in despite the absence of their marquee player.

“This is exactly what we needed to show — that we can win in multiple ways, with multiple players stepping up. Lexie was incredible tonight, but it was also about the way everyone executed the game plan.”

The Fever’s bench also played a key role, outscoring Chicago’s reserves 24–10, and keeping the intensity high throughout the contest.

Fans React to Hull’s Breakout

Social media lit up with praise for Hull’s performance:

“Lexie Hull just made herself a household name tonight.”

“Caitlin Clark is amazing, but this proves the Fever are deeper than people think.”

“Lockdown defense AND scoring? Put some respect on Hull’s name.”

The win moves the Fever up in the standings, boosting their playoff push and proving they can thrive even under adversity.

Looking Ahead

With Clark expected to return in the next game, the Fever will face a tantalizing challenge: how to integrate Hull’s newfound offensive aggressiveness with Clark’s playmaking.

If Wednesday’s game was any indication, opponents may now have to game-plan for more than just stopping Caitlin Clark — because Lexie Hull just showed she can be a game-changer too.