Fever's Mitchell sets WNBA record for consecutive 20-point games
ESPN • • sports
Key Points:
- Kelsey Mitchell set a new WNBA record by scoring at least 20 points in 21 consecutive games, surpassing A'ja Wilson's previous mark, despite the Indiana Fever's 91-85 loss to the Dallas Wings.
- Mitchell tied her season high with 37 points, shooting 9-of-18 from the floor, 4-of-7 from three-point range, and making all 15 of her free throws, while also contributing five assists.
- She has recorded seven 20-point halves this season, second only to Wilson's nine, and is tied for the most WNBA games with at least 35 points on 50% shooting and five assists alongside Wilson, Diana Taurasi, and Kelsey Plum.
- Mitchell played a crucial role in scoring or assisting on 48 of the Fever's 85 points, demonstrating her offensive impact despite the team's loss.
- Her performance came shortly after she left a game early due to overheating, highlighting her resilience and determination to maintain her high level of play.
