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Fever vs Sky action returns Sunday as Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever visit the Chicago Sky for the teams’ third meeting of the 2026 regular season. The matchup is scheduled for Aug. 23 at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, with tipoff set for 6 p.m. Central time.
Indiana has already claimed both meetings this season, but neither game was easy. The Fever survived a high-scoring overtime battle in June before securing another narrow victory earlier this month. Sunday’s contest gives Chicago an opportunity to change the season series while Indiana looks to maintain its edge heading into the final stretch of the schedule.
Fever vs Sky: How to Watch Sunday’s Critical Game
Fans across Iowa and elsewhere can watch the game on NBC or stream it through Peacock. The national broadcast will also be available through select local NBC affiliates in Iowa.
- Date: Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026
- Tipoff: 6 p.m. CT
- Location: Wintrust Arena, Chicago
- TV: NBC
- Iowa affiliates: WHO 13 in Des Moines, KWWL in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, and KWQC in the Quad Cities
- Streaming: Peacock
- Replay option: WNBA League Pass subscribers can watch the replay at 5 a.m. Monday
The game is especially notable for fans following Clark’s second professional season. The former Iowa star remains one of the WNBA’s most closely watched players, and each Indiana game continues to draw significant attention from supporters in Iowa and around the country.
Indiana Owns a Perfect 2-0 Season Series Lead
The Indiana Fever defeated the Chicago Sky 114-106 in overtime on June 11. The game featured an explosive offensive performance from both teams, with Indiana eventually pulling away in the extra period.
The Fever won again on Aug. 8, this time posting a 90-86 result. That contest was much tighter from start to finish, with Indiana holding off Chicago during a tense closing stretch.
With the Fever leading the 2026 series 2-0, Sunday’s game carries plenty of importance for both sides. Indiana can complete a season sweep, while the Sky are attempting to avoid going winless against one of their key conference opponents.
Clark, Boston Set for Busy International Break
The WNBA schedule will soon pause for the FIBA Women’s World Cup in Berlin, Germany. The league break runs from Aug. 31 through Sept. 16, allowing players to compete in the international tournament.
Clark and Indiana teammate Aliyah Boston were selected to the 12-player Team USA roster announced Aug. 6. The tournament is scheduled for Sept. 4-13, creating a significant interruption in the WNBA’s late-season rhythm.
That break makes Sunday’s meeting even more important for Indiana. The Fever will have one final opportunity to build momentum before the international competition begins and the regular season resumes in September.
Fever’s Next Five Games After Chicago
Following the Fever vs Sky matchup, Indiana faces a challenging run of games. The schedule includes national television appearances, road contests and a pair of meetings with the Minnesota Lynx.
- Aug. 28: vs. Connecticut Sun, 6:30 p.m. CT, ION
- Sept. 18: at Toronto Tempo, 6:30 p.m. CT, ION
- Sept. 20: vs. Washington Mystics, 3 p.m. CT, NBA TV, Local 5 in Des Moines and WQAD in the Quad Cities
- Sept. 22: vs. Minnesota Lynx, 7 p.m. CT, ESPN
- Sept. 24: at Minnesota Lynx, 7 p.m. CT, USA Network
Indiana’s roster features a combination of established stars, veteran depth and young talent. Alongside Clark and Boston, the Fever lineup includes Kelsey Mitchell, Lexie Hull, Myisha Hines-Allen, Tyasha Harris, Sophie Cunningham and several promising newcomers.
For Chicago, the goal is straightforward: slow down Indiana’s perimeter attack, limit Clark’s influence and make the Fever work in the half court. Indiana, meanwhile, will look to use its recent success in the matchup as confidence while protecting its perfect series record.
What Sunday’s Result Could Mean
A victory would give Indiana a 3-0 season sweep over Chicago and provide valuable momentum before the WNBA’s international break. For the Sky, a win would narrow the gap in the series and offer a major boost heading into the final portion of the season.
Whether fans watch on NBC or stream on Peacock, the game offers another highly anticipated chapter in the growing rivalry. The Fever vs Sky meeting begins at 6 p.m. CT Sunday from Wintrust Arena.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is the Fever vs Sky game?
The game tips off at 6 p.m. Central time on Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026.
What channel is showing the Indiana Fever game?
The matchup will air nationally on NBC. Iowa viewers can also find it on WHO 13, KWWL or KWQC, depending on their location.
How can fans stream Fever vs Sky?
Fans can stream the game on Peacock. WNBA League Pass subscribers can watch a replay at 5 a.m. Monday.
What is Indiana’s record against Chicago this season?
The Fever entered Sunday’s game with a 2-0 record against the Sky in the 2026 regular season.
