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Is Aari McDonald playing tonight against Dream? Latest on Fever guard's status as hardship contract nears end (June 10)
The Indiana Fever are set to take on the Atlanta Dream in a WNBA Commissioner’s Cup clash on Tuesday. In a positive development for Fever fans, standout guard Aari McDonald, who has made a significant impact in her short stint with the team, will be available for the game.
McDonald’s hardship contract is set to expire automatically once either Caitlin Clark or Sophie Cunningham recovers from injury and is cleared to return. With both players still sidelined for Tuesday’s contest, McDonald remains eligible to play, keeping Indiana’s active roster below the 10-player threshold.
However, once either Clark or Cunningham is back and the Fever reach 10 active players, McDonald will be released. Her strong performances have sparked a fan-driven campaign urging the franchise to offer her a permanent spot as the veteran guard has been exceptional in the two games she’s played.
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Aari McDonald has made the most of the opportunity to suit up for the Indiana Fever. The former LA Sparks guard stepped in seamlessly and immediately elevated the team’s performance, allowing the Fever to maintain their identity and play the way they want to on both ends of the floor.
After two games with the Fever, McDonald is averaging 9.5 points on 40.0% shooting, including 36.4% beyond the arc. Apart from providing a big scoring boost off the bench, the veteran guard also averages 3.5 assists and 3.0 steals per game.
Where to watch Indiana Fever vs. Atlanta Dream?
The Indiana Fever vs. Atlanta Dream Commissioner's Cup game will take place on Tuesday, June 10, at the Gateway Center Arena @ College Park in Atlanta, Georgia. The game will tip off at 7:30 p.m. EST (4:30 p.m. PT).
The Fever vs. Dream game will be telecast live on ESPN3, Peachtree TV and MeTV Indianapolis. WNBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply) will live stream the game.
