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sports3 days ago

Fever GM Amber Cox prioritizes Sophie Cunningham's on-court value despite free agency uncertainty

Indiana Fever GM Amber Cox confirmed that Sophie Cunningham's off-court controversies will not influence the team's decision to re-sign her. Cox praised Cunningham as a leader and connector, though the 30-year-old guard faces limited market interest due to fan backlash. The Fever must balance retaining Cunningham with potential exits for Kelsey Mitchell and roster needs for frontcourt depth.

via Just Women's Sports|

#amber-cox #indiana-fever #kelsey-mitchell

sports6 days ago•9 min saved

Fever exit interviews focus on Mitchell's future and defensive fixes after playoff loss

The Indiana Fever held exit interviews following their first-round WNBA playoff elimination by the Las Vegas Aces. General Manager Amber Cox and Coach Stephanie White emphasized the need for defensive improvement and frontcourt depth. Kelsey Mitchell, an unrestricted free agent, indicated he is undecided about his future, citing the need to balance personal and family needs. The organization aims to retain its core trio of Clark, Mitchell, and Boston for 2027.

via IndyStar|

#caitlin-clark #indiana-fever #kelsey-mitchell

sports6 days ago•7 min saved

Fever’s Historic Offense Fails to Mask Defensive Flaws in 2026

The Indiana Fever exited the WNBA playoffs in the first round despite posting the league's best offensive rating. The team's inability to defend consistently and a lack of depth in the frontcourt and wings led to a 94-83 loss to the Las Vegas Aces. The front office now faces a critical decision on whether to re-sign Kelsey Mitchell, balancing his elite scoring against the team's defensive liabilities and cap constraints.

via CBS Sports|

#aliyah-boston #caitlin-clark #indiana-fever

sports20 days ago•2 min saved

Mitchell Breaks WNBA Single-Season Scoring Record in Fever Victory

Mitchell poured in 33 points on 70.6% shooting to break A’ja Wilson’s 2024 single-season scoring mark, finishing with 1,021 points in 38 games as Indiana beat Toronto Tempo 103-85. Caitlin Clark added 28 points and 14 assists, and Mitchell also set the Fever’s single-season 3-point record (123) as the fifth-seeded Fever head toward the postseason, reinforcing a high-scoring backcourt duo.

via usatoday.com|

#aja-wilson #indiana-fever #kelsey-mitchell

sports20 days ago•1 min saved

Mitchell Breaks WNBA Single-Season Scoring Record as Fever Edge Toward Playoffs

Kelsey Mitchell became the WNBA's single-season scoring leader with 1,023 points, surpassing A'ja Wilson's 2024 mark of 1,021, as Indiana Fever defeated the Toronto Tempo. Mitchell also scored 22 in the game, extending her streak to 25 straight 20-point efforts this season. With three games left, both Mitchell and Wilson remain in the hunt for the 2026 scoring title, and Indiana's victory kept them in the playoff mix, potentially tying for the No. 4 seed and securing home-court advantage in the first round.

via Bleacher Report|

#aja-wilson #indiana-fever #kelsey-mitchell

sports1 month ago•1 min saved

Clark's 5th 30/10 Game Breaks WNBA Record

Caitlin Clark posted 37 points and 10 assists as the Fever beat the Sky, marking her fifth career 30-point, 10-assist game—the most in WNBA history. Indiana has surged post‑All-Star break (22+ per game? Actually 24.3 ppg on 47.5% with 9.0 apg), while Kelsey Mitchell extended her 23-game streak of 20+ points as the team chases a playoff run.

via Bleacher Report|

#30-point-10-assist #caitlin-clark #indiana-fever

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Clark's 37-Point Night Powers Fever Past Sky to Complete Season Sweep

Indiana Fever snapped a two-game skid with a 113-90 win over the Chicago Sky, led by Caitlin Clark's 37 points and 10 assists and Kelsey Mitchell's 30 points, while Aliyah Boston was sidelined with a lower-leg injury. Indiana used a strong third quarter and late defense to pull away and complete the season-series sweep, setting up a home game vs. Connecticut Sun next.

via Bleacher Report|

#caitlin-clark #chicago-sky #indiana-fever

sports2 months ago•9 min saved

Fever Hold Off Sky in Late Push as Clark Faces Potential Suspension

Indiana Fever led most of the game and held on for an 85-79 feel-good win over the Chicago Sky, pulling away with a 12-2 run late. Caitlin Clark had 15 points on 3-for-3 3-pointers at halftime and was up to 19 by the start of the fourth after a strong third quarter, before drawing a technical that could sideline her next game. Kelsey Mitchell sparked a key run in the fourth, Aliyah Boston started hot, and the Fever defense limited Chicago to 25% shooting from three as they pressed to the finish.

via IndyStar|

#caitlin-clark #chicago-sky #indiana-fever

wnba2 months ago•13 min saved

Ex-NFL Star Ignites Internal-Beef Talk After Clark’s OT Misstep in Fever’s Loss to the Aces

Emmanuel Acho and co-hosts argue Caitlin Clark’s late OT decision — notably not passing to Kelsey Mitchell — could spark internal friction for the Fever after Indiana’s 86-84 overtime loss to Las Vegas; Chelsea Gray hit the game-winning buzzer-beater, Clark expressed accountability in the postgame, and Fever coach Stephanie White voiced belief in the team’s ability to rebound.

via EssentiallySports|

#caitlin-clark #chelsea-gray #emmanuel-acho

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

Clark's Triple-Double Sparks Fever Past Portland in Milestone Night

Caitlin Clark posted a triple-double and reached 1,500 career points as the Indiana Fever defeated the Portland Fire 112-98, extending their win streak to five and improving to 19-10. Clark became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 1,500 points and 500 assists. Kelsey Mitchell extended her 20-point streak and moved into sixth on the all-time 3-pointers list with 749, tying Diana Taurasi for the second-longest 20-point run. The Fever used a 23-9 burst to build an 18-point lead, while Portland fell to 11-17 and slipped in the standings.

via Bleacher Report|

#caitlin-clark #indiana-fever #kelsey-mitchell

sports3 months ago•5 min saved

Fever Trio Clinches All-Star Starter Spots for 2026 WNBA Game

Indiana Fever stars Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell were named All-Star starters for the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago, marking the trio’s third straight year as Fever starters for Clark and Boston and Mitchell’s first; the 10 starters also include A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart and Gabby Williams, with voting split 50% fans, 25% players and 25% media, and Cynthia Cooper and Teresa Weatherspoon serving as general managers to assemble rosters from 22 All-Stars to celebrate the league’s 30th anniversary.

via Fox News|

#aliyah-boston #caitlin-clark #indiana-fever

sports4 months ago•33 min saved

Mitchell's 11-point third-quarter spurt lifts Fever past Dream 83-71 in Cup opener

Indiana Fever defeated the Atlanta Dream 83-71 in Indianapolis to open the Commissioner's Cup. Kelsey Mitchell poured in 25 points, including an 11-point third-quarter burst that flipped a halftime deficit and sparked the Fever to the win. Aliyah Boston added 19 and Caitlin Clark 17 with 8 assists for Indiana, who limited Atlanta to a season-low in points and improved to 5-4, while the Dream drop to 6-3. Allisha Gray and Jordin Canada each scored 13 for Atlanta.

via CBS Sports|

#atlanta-dream #commissioners-cup #indiana-fever

sports4 months ago•1 min saved

Mitchell fuels Fever past Dream as Clark-Reese clash remains low-key

Indiana Fever defeated the Atlanta Dream 83-71 as Kelsey Mitchell poured in 25 points to lead the way, while Caitlin Clark posted 17 points, seven rebounds and eight assists and Angel Reese added a 11-point, 10-rebound double-double. The matchup lacked the high-stakes drama expected from Clark-Reese rivalry, but Fever used the win to gain momentum and keep pace with playoff contenders; Dream's offense remains a concern as they look ahead to a showdown with the Mystics while Indiana hosts the Liberty next.

via Bleacher Report|

#angel-reese #atlanta-dream #caitlin-clark

sports5 months ago•5 min saved

Wings edge Fever 107-104 as Clark shines in season debut

Dallas Wings edged the Indiana Fever 107-104 in the season opener at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Caitlin Clark scored 20 with seven assists and five rebounds in her long-awaited WNBA debut, while Kelsey Mitchell paced Indiana with 30 points. Dallas shot 39-for-66 to Indiana’s 40-for-77, pushing the Fever to play at the Wings’ pace; a late push fell short when Mitchell’s last-second 3 rimmed out. Halftime stood at 60-51 Wings, and Indiana’s next game is May 13 at the Los Angeles Sparks.

via Hawkeyes Wire|

#caitlin-clark #dallas-wings #indiana-fever

sports6 months ago•5 min saved

New WNBA CBA Boosts Pay, Rosters, and Schedule Prospects

The WNBA and the players’ union signed a new CBA that significantly raises salaries and the cap (to $7 million in 2026, with a projection of $11 million by 2032), adds housing for the first three years and expanded retirement benefits, introduces two developmental roster spots, and creates an expedited path for top players to reach max contracts via EPIC; a phased core-service rule starts in 2027, allowing stars like Kelsey Mitchell, Caitlin Clark, and Aliyah Boston to renegotiate toward larger deals. The 2026 season remains at 44 games, with potential for 50–52 games in later seasons.

via IndyStar|

#aliyah-boston #caitlin-clark #cba