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    Aliyah Boston's Heartwarming Gesture Leaves Young Fan in Tears

    By Cole Sullivan,

    12 hours ago

    The Indiana Fever wrapped up their final home game of the season with an exhilarating comeback victory over the Dallas Wings , winning 110-109. This thrilling win secured their spot as the sixth seed in the postseason and set the stage for a promising finish to their season.

    The Fever's success has been driven by the stellar performances of rookie Caitlin Clark , alongside seasoned stars Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell . Boston, in particular, has been a key player, leading the team in rebounds and making significant contributions on both ends of the court. On Sunday night, she delivered a standout performance with 15 points, six rebounds, and six assists, while Clark and Mitchell both surpassed 30 points.

    Off the court, Boston created a memorable moment by gifting her game-worn shoes to a young Fever fan after the game. The heartfelt gesture brought the fan to tears.

    This moment exemplifies the profound impact athletes can have on young fans who look up to them, and Aliyah Boston seized the opportunity to create an unforgettable memory.

    On the season, Boston has been impressive, averaging 14.1 points, 9.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.3 blocks, and 0.9 steals per game. Since returning from the Olympic hiatus, the Fever have been on a strong run, winning nine of their last 12 games.

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    Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston

    © Grace Hollars&solIndyStar &sol USA TODAY NETWORK

    As the Fever prepare to enter the postseason for the first time since 2016, they will begin their journey on the road. To secure the opportunity to host a game at home, Indiana will need to steal one of two games on the road.

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    Debi Stokka
    10h ago
    Boston is so fun to watch. You can see the closeness between CC and Boston. I fact you can see how the fever plays as a team not individual.
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