LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JULY 05: Makayla Timpson (L) #21 and Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever react after their teammate Kelsey Mitchell #0 hit a 3-pointer against the Las Vegas Aces in the first quarter of their game at T-Mobile Arena on July 05, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Fever defeated the Aces 84-68. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) GettyCHICAGO, ILLINOIS – AUGUST 08: Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever looks on against the Chicago Sky during the first half at United Center on August 08, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) GettyATLANTA, GEORGIA – AUGUST 16: Makayla Timpson #21 of the Indiana Fever shoots the jumper against the Atlanta Dream during the overtime at State Farm Arena on August 16, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images) GettyThe Indiana Fever extended their winning streak to four after outlasting the Atlanta Dream in overtime on Sunday.Down by eight points in the fourth quarter, the Fever fought back to force overtime. Caitlin Clark kept them afloat in the third period, while Kelsey Mitchell was huge in the fourth.However, Makayla Timpson stole the show with a career-high 20 points, scoring six of them in overtime to help the Fever get the 95-91 win.Caitlin Clark on Makayla Timpson’s Career NightGettyCaitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever looks on against the Chicago Sky during the first half at United Center on August 08, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.Speaking to ESPN’s Holly Rowe after the game, Caitlin Clark had a strong statement about Makayla Timpson’s impact on the Indiana Fever. Timpson earned more minutes since the All-Star break and had her career night in an important matchup.“KK’s done everything great,” Clark said. “I think her off-ball cutting, her 90 (degree) cutting, the way she finishes around the rim. Just really proud of her and the way she’s grown over the last (weeks). Since the All-Star break, she’s been huge for us and a difference maker. I’m proud of you.”Timpson is just in her second season with the Fever, but she continues to improve and has earned the trust of coach Stephanie White. She has started in the Fever’s last four games, which have all been wins. She’s averaging 9.8 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.0 assists during that span.The Fever continue their five-game road trip on Tuesday against the Toronto Tempo. Sunday’s win also gave Indiana a cushion of 1.5
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