The Indiana Fever delivered a commanding 79-52 victory over the Chicago Sky on June, 2025, but the win came with a twist: head coach Stephanie White was absent from the sidelines, sparking questions and speculation among fans..
Stephanie White’s Absence Explained.
Stephanie White did not travel with the Fever to Chicago due to personal reasons, leaving assistant coach Austin Kelly to step in as acting head coach for the night. The team has not provided further details, but White previously expressed full confidence in her staff’s ability to lead in her absence, emphasizing the trust and respect she has for her assistants..
Key Player Performances.
Despite missing White, the Fever showed no signs of slowing down. Kelsey Mitchell led the team with points, while Natasha Howard added. Off the bench, Aari McDonald contributed points, helping Indiana control the game from start to finish The Fever’s offense was sharp, tying a season-high with three-pointers and building a 29-point lead by the end of the third quarter.
For the Sky, rookie Angel Reese was held to just points, though she grabbed rebounds. Chicago struggled offensively, shooting only 32.1% from the field and failing to get any player into double figures.
Sophie Cunningham and Hailey Van Lith Update.
Sophie Cunningham was also unavailable for Indiana, while Chicago’s Hailey Van Lith played but could not spark a comeback for the Sky.
Where to Watch Fever vs. Sky.
Fans can catch full game highlights and replays of the Fever vs. Sky matchup on the official WNBA YouTube channel..
What’s Next for the Fever?.
With this win, the Fever improved to 4-4 on the season and remain undefeated in Commissioner’s Cup play. The rivalry with the Sky continues, but Indiana has now outscored Chicago by a combined 62 points in their two meetings this year, highlighting a growing gap in this once-intense matchup.
The Fever’s next game and the status of Stephanie White will be closely watched as fans await updates on her return to the bench.
