The WNBA season kicks off for many today as Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever host Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings. Both teams are in transition, and expectations are high.
Dallas rebuilt around UConn stars Bueckers and No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd, plus guard Arike Ogunbowale and defender Alanna Smith. Indiana returns its core: Clark, star forward Aliyah Boston, and guard Kelsey Mitchell, who averaged a career-high 20.2 points last season.
Fever guard Sophie Cunningham adds toughness and outside shooting. The game marks the season opener for both teams, meaning rust and chemistry issues are likely.
Clark is expected to play under 30 minutes as the Fever ease her back after a shortened season. Both teams need time to gel. The total is set at 175.5, but scoring will be lower.
Historical matchups last year produced combined scores of 175, 185, 166, and 161 points-four of five stayed under. Expect a defensive slog. Take the under.
