This Friday in Indianapolis, a thrilling WNBA matchup will take place as Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier go head-to-head. This game could potentially set the stage for a playoff showdown.

<pClark, along with the Indiana Fever (18-16), will go against the Minnesota Lynx (24-9) on Friday evening. The Fever are on fire, riding a five-game winning streak and winning nine of their last eleven games, dramatically improving their season.

A strong contender for Rookie of the Year, Clark notched her second-ever triple-double on Wednesday, contributing significantly to her team’s 93-86 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks. She made history this July by being the first rookie in WNBA history to achieve a triple-double and has now joined an elite group of WNBA players—Alyssa Thomas, Courtney Williams, Sabrina Ionescu, and Candace Parker—who have recorded multiple triple-doubles in a single season. Furthermore, she set the season record for reaching 100 three-pointers faster than any other player in WNBA history, connecting on 4 of 10 attempts from beyond the arc.

The Lynx are also riding a winning wave into Friday’s game, having triumphed in eight of their last nine encounters, including a close win against the Chicago Sky on September 1. Their only loss during this period came against the Dallas Wings on August 30.

The last encounter between these two teams was on August 24, where the Lynx handed the Fever their latest defeat, highlighted by Collier’s impressive 31-point display. With both squads performing at their peak, the game’s result may depend on who can better manage the influence of either Clark or Collier.

Both teams have secured playoff berths, with Minnesota claiming the No. 3 seed and Indiana positioned at No. 6. Should the standings remain stable, they will meet in a best-of-three first-round playoff series, marking Indiana’s return to the postseason for the first time since 2016.

Here’s what you need to know for the Fever vs. Lynx matchup:

When do the Indiana Fever face the Minnesota Lynx?

• Date: Friday, September 6
• Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
• Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis

Where to watch Caitlin Clark and the Fever vs. Lynx

• TV: ION Television

Fans can also catch the Fever-Lynx game later on WNBA League Pass, available for viewing after the game concludes. To access the WNBA League Pass, download the WNBA app.

Caitlin Clark’s performance in the last game

In her last game, Clark played for 40 minutes, scoring 24 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and dishing out 10 assists against the Sparks on Wednesday, achieving her second triple-double this season. The favorite for Rookie of the Year also successfully shot 4 from 10 from three-point range, making her the fastest player to hit 100 three-pointers in a single WNBA season.