Lexie Hull DIDN’T HOLD BACK As Indiana Fever DOMINATE Seattle Storm Without Caitlin Clark

In a shocking twist that no one saw coming, the Indiana Fever dominated the Seattle Storm — and they did it without superstar rookie Caitlin Clark on the floor. But the real story? Lexie Hull stepped up in a massive way — and she did not hold back afterward.

With Clark sidelined due to rest (or what team officials called “minor load management”), many assumed the Fever would struggle against a tough Seattle squad loaded with veterans like Jewell Loyd and Nneka Ogwumike. Instead, Indiana came out firing on all cylinders — and at the center of the action was Hull, who played one of the best games of her career.

Lexie Hull’s Statement Game

Hull finished with 21 points, 4 steals, and relentless energy on both ends of the court. She was everywhere — diving for loose balls, locking down Seattle’s perimeter shooters, and hitting timely threes that kept Indiana in control.

But it was what she said after the game that’s lighting up social media.

“We’re more than just one player,” Hull told reporters postgame. “We love Caitlin — obviously she’s a game-changer — but tonight was about proving that this team has depth, heart, and toughness. People count us out when she’s not playing. I think we sent a message tonight.”

And send a message they did.

The Fever jumped out to an early lead and never looked back. Aliyah Boston had a monster double-double (17 points, 13 rebounds), Kelsey Mitchell added 16 points, and the entire squad looked locked in from tip-off to final buzzer.

A Balanced Attack

Without Clark, the ball movement was sharp, the defense was active, and the energy was off the charts. Every Fever player who stepped on the court contributed — from bench players making hustle plays to starters taking on expanded roles.

Coach Christie Sides praised the group after the win: “This was a team win in every sense. Lexie stepped up big, but honestly — everyone did. They played for each other tonight.”

Fans React: “Lexie Hull Season?”

Twitter and Instagram lit up with reactions to Hull’s breakout performance. Highlights of her diving steal-turned-fast-break-layup went viral, and hashtags like #LexieLockedIn and #FeverWithoutClark began trending. Some fans even started joking that it was “Lexie Hull’s team now” — a tongue-in-cheek nod to just how impressive she was without Clark dominating the spotlight.

But even in Clark’s absence, there was no sense of division — just opportunity. Hull and the team made it clear: this isn’t about one player carrying the team. This is about building a unit that can win with or without its brightest star.

What’s Next?

Caitlin Clark is expected to return for the next game, and the Fever are looking more dangerous than ever. If performances like Hull’s become the norm — not the exception — Indiana could be a real playoff threat, not just a media darling.

One thing is for sure: the league just got a serious wake-up call. The Fever are deeper, tougher, and hungrier than most people realized — and Lexie Hull just made sure nobody forgets it.