Natasha Howard led the Indiana Fever to an 81-76 victory over the Atlanta Dream, scoring a game-high 26 points after a previous struggle where she only managed 6 points. Her turnaround was attributed to mental preparation and support from teammates and coaches, as she emphasized the importance of staying focused throughout the season. Additionally, Sophie Cunningham made her Fever debut, contributing 9 points, while the Dream’s Rhyne Howard scored 24 points, highlighting the competitive nature of the matchup.