After a rough Game 2 loss on the road, Aliyah Boston and the Indiana Fever return to Gainbridge Fieldhouse for a pivotal Game 3 against the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA semifinals.
The physical grind of the series has tested both teams, but Boston has a unique source of comfort: her dachshund, Ozzy. The three-time All-Star often calls herself a devoted “fur mom” and has admitted that being around Ozzy gives her the emotional recharge she needs.
“Back with my sonnnn,” Boston wrote on Instagram Wednesday, sharing her excitement after reuniting with her dog.
Boston’s bond with Ozzy dates back to her rookie season in 2023, when she asked her mom if she could adopt one of the dogs brought in for the Fever’s media day. Since then, Ozzy has become a fixture in her life, often accompanying her to home games.
She even told Candace Parker on the Post Moves podcast in July that she once considered buying a car seat for Ozzy so he could enjoy the view during long drives. While the Fever’s “therapy dogs” have been a fun feature at team events — Caitlin Clark was seen embracing one in a No. 22 jersey during media day — Boston has made it clear her heart belongs to Ozzy.
“None of my business”: Aliyah Boston steers clear of officiating controversy
Back on the court, Aliyah Boston is also showing maturity in how she handles playoff intensity. After Tuesday’s loss in Las Vegas, she was asked about the level of physicality in the semifinals, where bodies hit the floor repeatedly while whistles stayed silent.
“Going by some of the fouls, the way it was going looks like we were almost too physical,” Boston said. “But yet at the same time, we have to be able to get that on the other end.”
She noted that defensive mismatches force smaller players into fouling but stopped short of criticizing referees outright.
“Hey, I’m here to hoop, so none of my business,” Boston added.
Her measured response contrasted with Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham, who have each been fined this season for digs at officials. Clark was docked $200 for an Instagram post referencing refs, while Cunningham has been hit with penalties for comments on her podcast and TikTok.
Boston’s approach not only keeps her focus on basketball but also spares her from the league’s disciplinary spotlight — a balance the Fever will need as the series shifts back to Indiana.
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