The Indiana Fever suffered a narrow defeat against the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with the final score of 107-104. The game, broadcast on USA Network and SportsNet LA, tipped off at 10:30 p.m. ET.
The Indiana Fever, now holding a 0-1 record, saw a strong offensive performance from Kelsey Mitchell, who tallied 30 points. Despite this, the team was unable to secure the win in their season opener. All three of the Fever's prominent players, including Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Aliyah Boston, scored 20 or more points in a previous matchup against Dallas, a feat that was not replicated to secure this victory.
Broadcast Details and Streaming Options
For fans looking to catch the Indiana Fever's games, multiple platforms are offering access. The game against the Sparks was available on USA Network and SportsNet LA. Beyond this specific matchup, the WNBA season is broadly accessible through services like Fubo, which provides a free trial for new users, and Amazon Prime Video, which will stream select games. Other options for viewing include various cable and streaming packages such as Sling, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and DIRECTV STREAM.
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Broader Season Outlook and Schedule
All 44 Fever games this season are slated for national television broadcast. Following their opening night loss, the Fever's upcoming schedule includes a game on May 15 against the Portland Fire at 6 p.m. CT on USA Network, and another on May 20 against the Seattle Storm at 5 p.m. CT on Peacock. The team's schedule is extensive, with games spread across major networks like CBS, NBC, ESPN, ION, and NBA TV, each with their own streaming counterparts on platforms like Paramount+, Peacock, and the ESPN app.
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Team Status and Previous Performance
The Fever entered this game with an 0-1 record, a standing that was established after their recent loss. Details regarding specific player injuries for both the Fever and the Sparks were noted in pre-game reports, though not elaborated upon in the provided text. In a preceding game, the Fever's offensive firepower was evident as Mitchell, Boston, and Clark each surpassed the 20-point mark against Dallas.
