Kelsey Mitchell's 'Heaven' Stance on Caitlin Clark and Fever Core Speaks Volumes

Kelsey Mitchell has emerged as a standout player in the 2025 WNBA postseason, averaging 26 points per game through four games while shooting 48.6% from the field and 50% from three-point range. Her performance peaked with a 34-point outing against the Las Vegas Aces on September 21, where her dominance led the Indiana Fever to a Game 1 victory in the WNBA Semifinals.

The Fever have depended more on Mitchell this season due to superstar guard Caitlin Clark's limited availability, as Clark has only played in 13 games because of soft tissue injuries. Despite Clark's absence, Indiana has advanced deep into the postseason, demonstrating strong team culture and chemistry built throughout the year.

In an interview on ESPN's NBA Today on September 22, Mitchell praised the Fever organization for its rebuild through the draft, highlighting key picks like Lexie Hull, Caitlin Clark, and AB. She described the combination of her experience with the new players as a "match made in heaven" that fueled the team's organic growth. Mitchell also acknowledged Clark's impact, stating she "changed the world and the dynamic of basketball" by opening doors for the Fever, and expressed appreciation for Clark's grace and teamwork, even while injured.