A decisive basket by Aliyah Boston with 7.4 seconds remaining sealed the Indiana Fever’s 87-85 victory over the No. 3-seeded Atlanta Dream. Lexie Hull’s crucial inbounds steal secured the win, sending the Fever to the WNBA semifinals.
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Boston has go-ahead basket with 7.4 seconds left as Fever beat Dream 87-85 to reach WNBA semifinals
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Key Takeaways:
- Indiana Fever defeated Atlanta Dream 87-85
- Aliyah Boston scored the go-ahead basket with 7.4 seconds left
- Lexie Hull’s steal clinched the narrowly fought playoff victory
- Atlanta Dream entered as the No. 3 seed
- Win propels the Fever to the WNBA semifinals
A Close Victory Sealed by Seconds
The Indiana Fever emerged victorious in a nail-biting playoff matchup against the No. 3-seeded Atlanta Dream, ending the game with a narrow 87-85 advantage. The win came on Thursday night, capturing the attention of WNBA fans nationwide.
Boston’s Critical Basket
The turning point arrived in the dying moments when Aliyah Boston scored a go-ahead basket with just 7.4 seconds left on the clock. The shot electrified both the Fever bench and spectators, shifting momentum firmly in Indiana’s favor.
Hull’s Game-Saving Defensive Play
Any chance for the Dream to retaliate was dashed immediately after Boston’s basket. Lexie Hull intercepted the ensuing inbounds pass, preventing Atlanta from mounting a final push. In doing so, Hull secured the Fever’s two-point lead—and their path to victory.
Implications for the Semifinals
This victory carries the Fever into the WNBA semifinals, highlighting the team’s resilience and tenacity. Overcoming a formidable, higher-seeded opponent in such dramatic fashion has set the stage for a compelling next round.
