Kelsey Mitchell made WNBA history when the Indiana Fever defeated the Toronto Tempo on Friday night. The Fever emerged victorious with a score of 103-85, highlighted by impressive performances from both Mitchell and Caitlin Clark.
Clark once again recorded double digits in both points and assists, while Mitchell, who scored 33 points against the Tempo, set a new WNBA single-season scoring record by bringing her 2026 total to 1,034 points.
Following the game, Mitchell spoke about her achievement in an interview shared by Savanna Hamilton on X/Twitter. When asked about becoming one of the league’s trailblazers, Mitchell said, “I don’t think it’s fully sunk in yet. I reflect on all the moments when I wasn’t even expected to be in these spaces. Looking back, the Fever once had records like 6-27, 6-28. A lot of what I’ve been through shapes who I am. I wasn’t the player people called on to step up or set records—it took a lot of hard work to reach this point.”
Whether Mitchell’s scoring prowess will secure her the MVP title this year remains uncertain. She faces tough competition, including her teammate Clark and multiple-time MVP winner A’ja Wilson.
Fan Take: This milestone is a huge moment for WNBA fans, showing how perseverance and talent can rewrite history. Mitchell’s record not only elevates her legacy but also inspires the next generation of players and fans, signaling exciting growth for the league.
Source: sports.yahoo.com
