PREVIEW: The Las Vegas Aces and Indiana Fever clash in a pivotal Thursday night matchup, both teams locked at identical 8-8 records and seeking to climb the league standings. Las Vegas brings an impressive first-in-the-league free throw shooting percentage of 84.8% and ranks second in blocks per game , showcasing their efficiency in critical game moments. The Aces currently sit 9th in scoring with 80.7 points per game and maintain a defensive profile that allows opponents to shoot 44.4% overall. A'ja Wilson remains a formidable offensive force, ranking second in the WNBA with 21.6 points per game and having scored 22 or more in four consecutive games. The Indiana Fever present a balanced attack, ranking 5th in scoring with 83.4 points per game and boasting a defense that holds opponents to just 42.9% shooting overall. Their ShotQuality data reveals strengths in post-up shots (ranked 2nd), few 3-point attempts allowed (ranked 3rd), and exceptional rim defense (ranked 3rd). Kelsey Mitchell leads the Fever's offensive charge with 18.8 points per game, supported by Aliyah Boston's 15.9 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. Despite missing rookie Caitlin Clark, the Fever recently clinched their first-ever Commissioner's Cup title with a dominant 74-59 victory over Minnesota, showcasing their team's resilience and depth.