Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks: 2026 Schedule, Tickets, and Rivalry Breakdown

The Indiana Fever beat the Los Angeles Sparks 87-78 on May 13, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena, with Caitlin Clark posting 24 points and nine assists and Kelsey Mitchell adding 23 in the Fever's first win of the season. The result was an early answer to a Sparks team that took three of four meetings in 2025, and the Fever-Sparks season series continues with two remaining games: June 27 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis and July 8 back in Los Angeles.

If you searched Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks for the next game, the latest score, or where to grab tickets, this article covers the full 2026 schedule, the 2025 season series that favored Los Angeles, the Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Plum matchup driving the headlines, where to watch in person or on TV, and how to buy tickets safely.

2026 Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks Schedule

The Fever and Sparks meet three times in the 2026 regular season. The first meeting is already in the books, with Indiana winning 87-78 in Los Angeles on May 13. The two remaining games are split between Indianapolis and Los Angeles.

WNBA schedules can shift through the season, so confirm the latest dates and tip-off times on the Fever schedule page before traveling.

The 2025 Season Series: Why the Sparks Took Three of Four

The reason this matchup carries weight in 2026 is what happened in 2025: the Los Angeles Sparks beat the Indiana Fever in three of their four regular-season meetings, becoming one of the few teams to consistently solve Indiana during Caitlin Clark's second season.

The Four 2025 Meetings

June 26, 2025 — Los Angeles Sparks 85, Indiana Fever 75: Azura Stevens scored 23 points and Kelsey Plum added 21 points with six assists as the Sparks snapped a four-game losing streak.

July 5, 2025 — Los Angeles Sparks 89, Indiana Fever 87: Stevens posted 21 points and 12 rebounds and Plum scored 20 in a two-point Sparks win, their second over Indiana in nine days.

August 5, 2025 — Los Angeles Sparks 100, Indiana Fever 91: Los Angeles ended a five-game Indiana win streak with its highest-scoring game of the series.

August 29, 2025 — Indiana Fever 76, Los Angeles Sparks 75: Aliyah Boston produced 22 points, 11 rebounds, four assists and six steals to give the Fever their lone win of the season series.

The 2026 Opener Flipped the Script

Indiana's 87-78 win on May 13, 2026 was the Fever's first victory of the new season and a first for the Sparks. Clark finished with 24 points and nine assists, and Kelsey Mitchell scored 23, with the Fever pulling away in the second half after a slow start to the year for both teams.

What This Sets Up for the Rest of 2026

The June 27 game in Indianapolis gives the Sparks a road shot at a rematch, and the July 8 date in Los Angeles closes the season series. Both teams entered 2026 with playoff expectations. Indiana is built around Clark, Boston and Mitchell, while Los Angeles rebuilt around Plum and a veteran core, which makes each remaining meeting a measuring stick for two teams chasing seeding.

Caitlin Clark vs Kelsey Plum: The Player Matchup

The headline of any Fever-Sparks game is the backcourt duel between Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Plum, two high-volume scorers who can change a game from well beyond the arc.

Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever)

Clark opened the 2026 series with 24 points and nine assists in the May 13 win, the kind of scoring-and-playmaking line that has defined her early career. Her deep range and an elite level of playmaking have driven sustained ticket demand at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and on the road since her rookie season, and Fever games remain among the most-watched on the WNBA calendar.

Kelsey Plum (Los Angeles Sparks)

Plum has been the engine of the Sparks' rebuild. Early in the 2026 season she led the WNBA in scoring at around 27 points per game, a career-high pace, and she was a constant problem for Indiana in 2025, scoring 20 or more in all three Sparks wins that summer. She remains the matchup Indiana's guards have to account for first.

Other Players to Watch

Los Angeles Sparks: Dearica Hamby and veteran Nneka Ogwumike anchor the frontcourt as reliable scoring and rebounding presences, while Kelsey Plum drives the backcourt and Cameron Brink adds defense and length.

Indiana Fever: Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell complement Clark, with Boston providing interior scoring and rebounding and Mitchell adding secondary perimeter scoring, as her 23-point night on May 13 showed.

Where to Watch Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks

The 2026 series is split across national windows on CBS, USA Network and the league's streaming partners, so the broadcast home changes by date.

In Person — Venue Comparison

Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Indianapolis) — Indiana Fever home arena, capacity 17,274. A downtown Indianapolis venue that has run at or near capacity for marquee Fever home games since 2024. The June 27 meeting is here.

Crypto.com Arena (Los Angeles) — Los Angeles Sparks home arena, configured to about 12,862 seats for Sparks games (the full arena holds up to 19,395). A downtown Los Angeles venue shared with the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers and the NHL's Los Angeles Kings, with strong transit and rideshare access. Both the May 13 and July 8 games are here.

TV and Streaming

The June 27 game is slated for CBS and Paramount+, and the July 8 game is set for USA Network, with both also available through WNBA League Pass in most markets. Confirm the network and start time as game day approaches, since national windows can move.

How to Buy Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks Tickets

Tickets for Fever-Sparks games are available across the major secondary marketplaces — StubHub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats and TicketX — with primary tickets sold through Ticketmaster. Across 2025 secondary-market listings on StubHub, SeatGeek and Vivid Seats, get-in prices for these matchups ranged from roughly $30 for upper-level seats to several hundred dollars for lower-bowl seats, with Caitlin Clark road games on the higher end. Final pricing varies by date, venue, opponent context and how far in advance you buy.

When you compare marketplaces:

Largest inventory: StubHub usually carries the deepest listing pool for marquee WNBA games.

Cleaner UI and deal score: SeatGeek.

Transparent pricing: TicketX markets itself as a zero-service-fee marketplace, making it worth comparing against other platforms.

For the June 27 home game in Indianapolis, where Clark is the draw, Fever home matchups have generally attracted strong demand. 

For the two Los Angeles dates, Sparks home crowds bring Plum and a deep veteran roster, and the secondary market for Crypto.com Arena offers a wide range of seat tiers. 

Verify your ticket source: buy through an official marketplace, pay with a credit card for stronger dispute protection, and avoid off-platform deals offered through DMs or text.

Recent Head-to-Head History

The recent meetings between Indiana and Los Angeles show two teams trading momentum:

May 13, 2026 — Indiana 87, Los Angeles 78 (Los Angeles): Clark 24 points and nine assists, Mitchell 23, in the Fever's first win of 2026. Full recap on Fever.WNBA.com and box score on WNBA.com.

August 29, 2025 — Indiana 76, Los Angeles 75 (Los Angeles): Aliyah Boston's all-around line (22 points, 11 rebounds, six steals) decided a one-point game.

August 5, 2025 — Los Angeles 100, Indiana 91 (Los Angeles): The Sparks ended a five-game Fever win streak.

July 5, 2025 — Los Angeles 89, Indiana 87 (Indianapolis): A two-point Sparks win behind Stevens and Plum, the Sparks' second road win at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in nine days.

Los Angeles won the 2025 season series 3-1, but Indiana took the first meeting of 2026. The June 27 and July 8 games will decide which team carries the edge into the second half.

FAQ

Quick answers to the most common questions about the 2026 Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks series — the next game, the latest result, where they play, and how to get tickets.

When Is the Next Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks Game?

The next meeting is June 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, carried on CBS and Paramount+. The teams then close the season series on July 8 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles (10:00 PM ET, USA Network). The May 13 game has already been played, with Indiana winning 87-78.

Who Won the Last Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks Game?

The Indiana Fever won the most recent meeting, 87-78, on May 13, 2026 at Crypto.com Arena. Caitlin Clark scored 24 points with nine assists and Kelsey Mitchell added 23. It was Indiana's first win of the 2026 season.

How Many Times Do the Fever and Sparks Play in 2026?

The Fever and Sparks are scheduled to meet three times in the 2026 regular season: May 13 (completed), June 27 and July 8. Additional playoff matchups are possible if both teams reach the postseason.

Where Can I Buy Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks Tickets?

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster (primary market) and across the major secondary marketplaces — StubHub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats and TicketX. Compare get-in prices, total fees and seat selection across two or three marketplaces before buying. TicketX markets itself as a zero-service-fee marketplace, so compare its final price against other platforms before purchasing.

Are Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Plum Both Playing This Season?

Yes, both Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever) and Kelsey Plum (Los Angeles Sparks) are slated to play the 2026 WNBA season for their respective teams. Both have been central to their teams' early-season results. Confirm individual game availability close to tip-off, since injury status can change week to week.

Where Are Indiana Fever vs Los Angeles Sparks Games Played?

Home games are split between Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis (Fever home, capacity 17,274) and Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles (Sparks home, about 12,862 seats for WNBA games). In 2026, two of the three meetings (May 13 and July 8) are in Los Angeles.