The Los Angeles Sparks visit the Indiana Fever on Saturday night, and both teams arrive at Gainbridge Fieldhouse without their leading scorer. Indiana sits at 10-8 and opened as a clear home favorite, yet the news that Caitlin Clark is sidelined reshapes how this 6.5-point number should be read.
The Sparks are short two stars of their own, so this is a battle of depleted rotations. Below we dig into the spread, the total, and one moneyline angle the betting public may be ignoring.
Last Updated: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Los Angeles Sparks vs. Indiana Fever — Time & How to Watch
| Where | Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis IN |
| When | Saturday, June 27 – 8:00 PM ET |
| TV | CBS (stream on Paramount+) |
Los Angeles Sparks vs. Indiana Fever Game Preview
Indiana enters at 10-8 and closes a three-game homestand on Saturday. The Fever are coming off a 111-109 loss to the Phoenix Mercury in which Kelsey Mitchell poured in 30 points. That game also delivered the bad news: Clark exited in the third quarter with a back issue. The Fever still own the seventh seed, and home dates remain important as the playoff race tightens.
The picture changed Friday when Indiana confirmed that Caitlin Clark will miss Saturday’s game with a back injury. Clark had averaged 21.2 points and a heavy assist load before the setback, so her absence removes the team’s primary creator. Expect more on-ball reps for Ty Harris alongside Mitchell, with Aliyah Boston (17.1 points, 8.6 rebounds) anchoring the frontcourt. Lexie Hull and Monique Billings round out a probable starting five that leans on depth rather than star power.
Los Angeles counters at 8-9 and makes its lone regular-season trip to Indianapolis. The Sparks are navigating their own injury crisis, as Kelsey Plum is out at least four weeks with a lower-left-leg injury, and Cameron Brink remains sidelined with an ankle problem. That leaves veterans Nneka Ogwumike, Dearica Hamby, Ariel Atkins and Erica Wheeler to carry the load, with Rae Burrell rounding out the group. The Fever won the first meeting 87-78 in Los Angeles on May 13, a game in which both stars were healthy. This rematch looks nothing like that one.
Los Angeles Sparks vs. Indiana Fever Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sparks | +6.5 (-105) | +220 | U 180 (-110) |
| Fever | -6.5 (-115) | -270 | O 180 (-110) |
Odds accurate as of June 27, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest WNBA Odds – Futures – Props
Los Angeles Sparks vs. Indiana Fever — Who Is the Public Betting?
| Sparks | 32% | 68% | Fever |
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Sparks vs. Fever Best Bet — Can the Sparks Bench Get it Done?
The spread tells a story on its own. This number opened with Indiana laying nine points, then shortened toward 6.5 once Clark’s status turned cloudy. Markets rarely move that far without reason. The Fever lose their leading scorer and main playmaker, and a half-court offense that already leaned on Clark’s creation now runs through Mitchell and a backup point guard. That is a meaningful downgrade for a team being asked to cover a touchdown.
Still, the public is firmly on Indiana, with 68% of spread tickets backing the home side. That lopsided support is worth noting, because it often inflates a favorite’s price past its true value. The Sparks may be missing Plum and Brink, but Ogwumike and Hamby are battle-tested veterans who rarely let games turn into blowouts. Wheeler and Atkins can shoulder ball-handling duties, and road dogs catching points against a star-less favorite have a logical path to a back-door cover.
The counterargument is real. Indiana still has Boston and Mitchell, plays at home, and beat this same Sparks team earlier in the season. However, that win came with Clark healthy. Without her, asking Indiana to win by seven against a veteran group feels like a stretch, and the points have value at this price.
The Pick: Sparks +6.5 (-105)
Sparks vs. Fever Total Prediction — Do Injuries Spell Trouble for the Total?
The total sits at 180 after ticking up from a 178 open. That is a curious move, because both teams are missing high-volume scorers. Clark and Plum combined for more than 40 points per game between them when healthy. Remove that production, and the offenses lean on slower, more deliberate possessions with backups handling creation. Fewer easy looks and more contested late-clock shots tend to drag scoring down.
The case for the over is straightforward. Indiana’s last outing flew over 220 combined points, and the Fever push tempo when they can. Meanwhile, Los Angeles is willing to run with Wheeler and Atkins in transition. Even so, with both primary engines unavailable and the early-game rhythm likely to be choppy, the under is the side that lines up with the personnel on the floor.
The Pick: Under 180 (-110)
Final Thoughts and Bonus Angle
If the spread argument holds, the moneyline deserves a look as a small-stakes flyer. The Sparks sit at +220, and the public is even heavier here, pushing 90% of moneyline tickets onto Indiana. A depleted home favorite priced at -270 leaves room for an upset, especially with a veteran road group that defends and rebounds. The risk is obvious. Indiana is still at home with two quality starters, and the Sparks have lost more raw scoring than the Fever have. Treat this as an optional add-on rather than a core position, sized accordingly.
To recap the card: the lean is Sparks +6.5 (-105) on the spread, Under 180 (-110) on the total, and a smaller play on the Sparks +220 moneyline for those chasing upside. Each angle ties back to the same theme — a favorite missing its best player against a veteran underdog that should keep this competitive.
For more on this Los Angeles group, see our recent Sparks vs. Tempo prediction, and browse our latest WNBA betting picks for the full slate.
WNBA Sparks-Fever Prediction FAQ
What time does the Los Angeles Sparks vs. Indiana Fever game start?
The game tips off at 8:00 PM ET on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
What channel is the Los Angeles Sparks vs. Indiana Fever game on?
The game is broadcast nationally on CBS and streams on Paramount+.
Who is favored in the Los Angeles Sparks vs. Indiana Fever game?
The Indiana Fever are favored at home by 6.5 points, with a -270 moneyline. The Los Angeles Sparks are +6.5 on the spread and +220 on the moneyline.
Is Caitlin Clark playing tonight?
No. Caitlin Clark has been ruled out for Saturday’s game against the Sparks due to a back injury.
Who won the last meeting between the Los Angeles Sparks and Indiana Fever?
The Indiana Fever won the first 2026 meeting 87-78 in Los Angeles on May 13, 2026.