On June 26, the Seattle Storm set a franchise attendance record thanks to Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark’s popularity. After Seattle’s 85-83 win last month, coach Noelle Quinn praised the crowd and encouraged fans to continue supporting the team. The rematch between the Storm (10-6) and Fever (7-11) is scheduled for Thursday, and it’s already sold out, marking the third sellout in the franchise’s history.
Clark’s presence will draw significant attention, but the focus is also on Storm star Jewell Loyd, who delivered a stellar performance in their last encounter. Despite her struggles with shooting accuracy this season, Loyd is averaging career highs in rebounds and assists and remains a key player. Coach Quinn remains confident in Loyd’s abilities, emphasizing her contributions beyond scoring. Last year, Loyd set a WNBA single-season record with 939 points, but this season, the Storm has a more balanced offense, reducing the pressure on her to score heavily. The Storm have a 2-0 record against the Fever this season.
