Aliyah Boston makes emphatic MVP declaration about Fever teammate originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The Indiana Fever have no shortage of star power. Caitlin Clark remains one of the WNBAs most recognizable players. Aliyah Boston has developed into an elite two-way center. Yet when Boston was asked about the driving force behind Indianas recent success, she pointed directly toward Kelsey Mitchell. Boston did not simply praise her longtime teammate. She placed Mitchell in the leagues most important individual conversation.Honestly, shes really just the MVP, Boston said. I think thats just what shes been doing.The declaration might be viewed as a teammate supporting another teammate, but Mitchells remarkable production gives Boston a compelling argument.Kelsey Mitchell strengthens WNBA MVP caseMitchell is averaging 24.3 points through 33 games while shooting 50.9% from the field and 44.5% from 3-point range. Those numbers represent career highs across the board.Her consistency has been even more impressive. Mitchell has scored at least 20 points in 17 consecutive games and surpassed 25 points in six straight contests, according to WRTV. She has become one of the leagues most reliable scorers during Indianas push toward the top of the standings.#Fever star Aliyah Boston on Kelsey Mitchell:Shes really just the MVP. I think thats just what shes been doing. Every single night you see her come out and she drops I dont even know how many points at this rate. She defends her butt off. Im really proud of her. pic.twitter.com/eIpH5rql3t James Boyd (@RomeovilleKid) August 13, 2026Boston highlighted more than Mitchells scoring, praising the work she puts in each day and her commitment on the defensive end.She comes in here and she works every day, Boston said. She gets up extra shots.That preparation has translated into a season unlike any other in Mitchells career.The Fever guard scored 28 points in Indianas 106-92 victory over the New York Liberty on Tuesday. She delivered 20 of those points during the first half, helping the Fever build a commanding advantage over the defending Eastern Conference champions.Clark added 22 points and 10 assists, but Mitchell finished as Indianas leading scorer once again.MORE:Dream crown Angel Reese with fitting nickname after historic performanceFevers star backcourt fueling postseason pushMitchells individual surge has coincided with Indianas strongest stretch of the season. The Fever have won seven of their last nine games and improved to 21-12 entering Fridays matchup with the Dallas Wings. Indianas backcourt has become exceptionally difficult to defend because opponents cannot devote all their attention to Clark.Clark can control games with her passing and long-range shooting. Mitchell applies pressure by attacking from every level, using her speed to reach the basket while punishing defenders who leave her space on the perimeter. Boston provides another challenge inside, giving Indiana three All-Star-caliber players with complementary skill sets.Mitchells MVP competition remains formidable. Several of the leagues biggest stars have constructed compelling cases, and individual awards often depend on a combination of statistics, team success and voter interpretation.Boston, however, sees Mitchells impact every day.She watches the additional shots after practice, the defensive effort that might not appear in a scoring column and the nightly responsibility Mitchell assumes within Indianas offense.Im really proud of her, Boston said.Mitchell finished fifth in MVP voting in 2025 after averaging 20.2 points and earning All-WNBA First Team honors. She responded in 2026 by becoming even more efficient and productive.Whether that results in her winning the award remains to be seen. Bostons endorsement makes one thing clear: Inside the Fever locker room, Mitchells historic season is not being overlooked.More WNBA news:A'ja Wilson vs. Olivia Miles debate is on with Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers lurkingChiney Ogwumike reacts to WNBAs Caitlin Clark suspension decisionWhy Indiana lieutenant governor is calling for Stephanie White's firing