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WNBA·PREVIEW·July 17, 2026 07:25 PM ET

Timpson makes first career start for Fever

Boston out with right lower leg injury tonight

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 171 min read
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What happened: Makayla Timpson made her first career start for the Indiana Fever. The move came with Aliyah Boston sidelined for the game against Seattle with a right lower leg issue, per the team's status report.

Why it matters: The start hands Timpson expanded minutes in Indiana's frontcourt rotation while Boston is out. She has already flashed chemistry with Caitlin Clark this season, including a highlight-reel connection between the two on July 13.

What to watch: Watch Timpson's workload and touches in the starting frontcourt role as the Fever host Seattle.

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