# Three questions that will define Indiana Fever's season

> With four games left, the Fever face critical decisions that could make or break their championship hopes.
- Title: Three questions that will define Indiana Fever's season
- Summary: With four games left, the Fever face critical decisions that could make or break their championship hopes. The Fever's playoff seeding in their final four…
- Keywords: indiana fever, wnba, caitlin clark, kelsey mitchell, lexie hull, aliyah boston, playoffs, mvp race, a'ja wilson, minnesota lynx, atlanta dream, las vegas aces
- Source: Indiana Fever On SI — https://si.com/wnba/fever/3-biggest-indiana-fever-questions-that-might-shape-rest-of-wnba-season-caitlin-clark
- Published: 2026-09-15T20:04:22+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: indiana fever, wnba, caitlin clark, kelsey mitchell, lexie hull, aliyah boston, playoffs, mvp race, a'ja wilson, minnesota lynx, atlanta dream, las vegas aces
## Four games to shape the season
The Fever resume play in two days with just four regular-season games remaining. These final contests will determine if the season ends in success or disappointment.
## Playoff seeding is everything
Indiana sits tied for fourth place at 26-14. Where they finish in the standings will drastically shift their championship chances.
## Home court advantage matters
The difference between fourth and fifth seed is home court in round one. The Fever's devoted fan base makes playing at home a huge advantage.

> WNBA teams play better on their home court. Especially the Fever, who have such a spirited and devoted fan base.
## Avoiding the Lynx is key
Indiana's final two games are against Minnesota, the likely top seed. The Fever want to avoid the fourth or fifth seed to dodge a second-round Lynx matchup.
## Two MVP candidates on one team
Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell are both on track for First Team All-WNBA honors. Both rank in the top four for MVP betting odds.
## A'ja Wilson leads the MVP race
Las Vegas star A'ja Wilson is the heavy favorite to win MVP, with Lynx rookie Olivia Miles having the second-best odds currently.
## Sharing shots limits individual stats
Clark and Mitchell's statistical ceilings are capped by each other's presence. Their shot volume and scoring are limited, making an MVP win unlikely.
## Best backcourt in the league
Having two MVP candidates gives Indiana the league's best backcourt. This depth will serve them well once the postseason begins.
## Lexie Hull's confidence crisis
Hull has underperformed this season and appears to be dealing with confidence issues. She was critical to last year's playoff run when Clark was injured.
## Defense and timely shooting needed
Indiana needs Hull to return as an elite defender against opposing wings and hit timely threes. Her grit and blue-collar style could cement the team's defensive identity.

> Indiana doesn't need Hull to be an offensive juggernaut.
## Key takeaway

The Fever's playoff seeding in their final four games will determine whether they face the dominant Lynx early or late in the postseason.