{
  "id": 4099149,
  "title": "Fever enter FIBA break with win against Sun after dominant second quarter",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/fever-enter-fiba-break-with-win-against-sun-after-dominant-second",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-29T03:52:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/fever-enter-fiba-break-win-035223528.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Indiana Fever made a strong comeback in their 111-91 win against the Connecticut Sun, breaking from their FIBA break with a dominant second quarter performance. Fever guard Caitlin Clark scored 25 points, including a game-high 10 assists, while Kelsey Mitchell added 15 points in the crucial period. The Fever shot an impressive 71.4% from the field in the second quarter, outshining the Sun's 42.3% field goal percentage. Despite early struggles, the Fever's resilience and consistency led them to victory, showcasing the talent of Clark and Mitchell and hinting at the team's potential for championship contention.",
  "summary": "The Indiana Fever scored 39 points on 71.4% shooting in the second quarter. They ended the half up 15 after being down nine after the first quarter.",
  "key_points": [
    "Fever defeated Sun 111-91, ending FIBA break",
    "Caitlin Clark had 25 points, 10 assists",
    "Kelsey Mitchell contributed 15 points in second quarter"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Fever's dominant second quarter performance signals a strong return from the FIBA break, highlighting the team's potential for championship contention behind standout players Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Aces win three straight, roll into FIBA World Cup break with momentum",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/aces-win-three-straight-roll-into-fiba-world-cup-break-with-momentum",
        "published": "2026-08-29T05:39:40.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}