Timpson sets career high with 18 points in OT surge

She's shooting 57.8% across 26 appearances this season

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 171 min read

a pair of buckets for Makayla Timpson in OT 💥 she's reached a new career-high with 18 points. https://t.co/OOR2CzjypR Via @IndianaFever on X

What happened: Makayla Timpson scored twice in overtime, pushing her total to a The two OT buckets came in the extra period of a game that went past regulation.

Why it matters: The night extends a stretch of increased production since Timpson moved into the starting five earlier this month. Her role has steadily grown, and the OT scoring output is the highest total of her season so far.

By the numbers: 18 points is a new She entered the night shooting 57.8% through 26 appearances this season.

What to watch: Watch whether Timpson's expanded offensive role carries into the next matchup.

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@IndianaFever 2026-08-17T00:10:43.102868+00:00

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