Indiana Fever vs. New York Liberty: What to Know (July 18, 2026)

Published July 18, 2026, 4:04 a.m. ET

Hey there! Think of this like a quick story about a basketball game that’s super easy to understand. The Indiana Fever are a women’s basketball team. They just won a game and now have another big game coming up. Let’s break it down like you’re 5 years old.

Quick Snapshot

Here are the big things to know:

• The Indiana Fever will play the New York Liberty at home after beating the Seattle Storm.
• Caitlin Clark (a Fever player) just did something no one has ever done: score over 40 points and give out over 10 assists in one game.
  • Points = baskets you make = 1, 2, or 3 points each.
  • Assists = passing the ball to a teammate who then scores.
• The game is on Saturday, July 18, at 8:00 p.m. ET on CBS (a TV channel).
• Clark is "probable" with a back injury (meaning she will likely play). Aliyah Boston’s status is uncertain after missing the last game.

What Happened Before This Game?

After the Indiana Fever (they have 15 wins and 10 losses) beat the Seattle Storm on Friday, they go right back to their home court called Gainbridge Fieldhouse to play the New York Liberty (13 wins, 11 losses) on Saturday night.

Caitlin Clark just had a history-making game. She was the first player ever to score 40+ points and give 10+ assists in the same game. Aliyah Boston did not play on Friday. Another player, Kelsey Mitchell, scored 30 points — that’s a lot!

The New York Liberty have good players too:

• Breanna Stewart: scores about 20.4 points and grabs 8.4 rebounds per game.
  • Rebounds = catching the ball after someone misses a shot.
• Jonquel Jones: scores 15.0 and gets 9.3 rebounds — she’s strong near the basket.
• Sabrina Ionescu: scores 13.3 and gives 4.3 assists — she helps run the team.

Important: Caitlin Clark is listed as "probable" (likely to play) with a back issue. Aliyah Boston (leg) missed Friday and may or may not play.

When and Where to Watch

Game Time

The Fever play the Liberty on Saturday, July 18 at 8:00 p.m. ET.

TV Channel

You can watch it on CBS.

Streaming

You can stream the game online (watch through the internet). Services like Fubo let you watch live TV.

Injury Report

• Caitlin Clark: Probable (back) — she will probably play.
• Aliyah Boston: Missed Friday’s win with a leg issue; her playing is "up in the air" (we don’t know yet).

Caitlin Clark’s Stats So Far

Before Saturday’s game, Clark averages per game:

• 20.8 points
• 7.9 assists
• 4.0 rebounds

Fever Roster (Best Players)

The Fever’s players and their jersey numbers:

• 0, Kelsey Mitchell
• 2, Myisha Hines-Allen
• 3, Raven Johnson
• 8, Sophie Cunningham
• 7, Aliyah Boston
• 10, Lexie Hull
• 12, Damiris Dantas
• 14, Grace VanSlooten
• 21, Makayla Timpson
• 22, Caitlin Clark
• 23, Bree Hall
• 25, Monique Billings
• 52, Ty Harris

Upcoming Fever Schedule

Here’s what’s next (all times ET):

1. July 18: vs New York Liberty, 8 p.m., CBS
2. July 22: vs Connecticut Sun, 8 p.m., USA Network
3. July 28: at Seattle Storm, 9:30 p.m., ESPN
4. July 31: at Portland Fire, 10 p.m., Ion
5. Aug. 2: at Minnesota Lynx, 1 p.m., ABC
6. Aug. 6: vs Las Vegas Aces, 7 p.m., Prime Video
7. Aug. 8: at Chicago Sky, 3 p.m., ABC
8. Aug. 11: vs New York Liberty, 7:30 p.m., ESPN
9. Aug. 14: vs Dallas Wings, 7:30 p.m., Ion
10. Aug. 16: at Atlanta Dream, 7 p.m., ESPN
11. Aug. 18: at Toronto Tempo, 7 p.m., ESPN
12. Aug. 20: at Dallas Wings, 8 p.m., Prime Video
13. Aug. 22: at New York Liberty, 7 p.m., Prime Video
14. Aug. 23: at Chicago Sky, 7 p.m., NBC
15. Aug. 28: vs Connecticut Sun, 7:30 p.m., Ion
16. Sept. 18: at Toronto Tempo, 7:30 p.m., Ion
17. Sept. 20: vs Washington Mystics, 4 p.m., NBA TV
18. Sept. 22: vs Minnesota Lynx, 8 p.m., ESPN
19. Sept. 24: at Minnesota Lynx, 8 p.m., USA Network

2026 Fever Results (May & June)

Some recent games (Fever score listed first if they won):

• May 9: Dallas Wings 107, Fever 104 (loss)
• May 13: Fever 87, LA Sparks 78 (win)
• May 15: Washington Mystics 104, Fever 102 OT (loss)
• May 17: Fever 89, Seattle Storm 78 (win)
• May 20: Fever 90, Portland Fire 73 (win)
• May 22: Fever 90, Golden State Valkyries 82 (win)
• May 28: Valkyries 90, Fever 88 (loss)
• May 30: Portland Fire 100, Fever 84 (loss)
• June 4*: Fever 83, Atlanta Dream 71 (win)
• June 6*: NY Liberty 83, Fever 75 (loss)
• June 8*: Fever 78, Washington Mystics 76 (win)
• June 11*: Fever 114, Chicago Sky 106 OT (win)
• June 13*: Fever 85, Connecticut Sun 75 (win)
• June 16*: Fever 113, Toronto Tempo 91 (win)
• June 18: Atlanta Dream 108, Fever 101 (loss)
• June 20: Atlanta Dream 113, Fever 96 (loss)
• June 22: Fever 86, Phoenix Mercury 77 (win)
• June 24: Phoenix Mercury 111, Fever 109 (loss)
• June 27: Fever 111, LA Sparks 87 (win)

Note: Games marked with * were Commissioner’s Cup games (a special mid-season contest).

Summary

The Indiana Fever beat the Seattle Storm and now host the New York Liberty on Saturday, July 18 at 8 p.m. ET on CBS. Caitlin Clark made history with 40+ points and 10+ assists in one game and is probable to play despite a back issue. Aliyah Boston is unsure to play. Clark averages 20.8 points per game. The Fever have a busy schedule ahead through September.

FAQ

Q: What is special about Caitlin Clark’s last game?
A: She became the first player ever to score over 40 points and have over 10 assists in a single game.

Q: Will Caitlin Clark play against the Liberty?
A: She is listed as "probable" with a back injury, meaning she will most likely play.

Q: How can I watch the Fever vs. Liberty game?
A: It’s on CBS on July 18 at 8 p.m. ET, and you can stream it online through services like Fubo.

Q: Why might Aliyah Boston not play?
A: She has a leg issue and missed the previous game, so her status is uncertain.