In 2024, the Indiana Fever reached the first round of the WNBA playoffs, finishing with a balanced 20-20 record during Caitlin Clark’s debut season. Their offense was particularly potent, as they ranked third in the league for points per game, averaging an impressive 86.6. Despite their offensive prowess, Fever fans are eager to see the team bolster its roster for the 2025 season, with one name on their minds: Chennedy Carter.
Carter, the Chicago Sky’s leading scorer in 2024, caught the attention of fans after averaging 17.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.1 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. However, her time with Chicago came to an abrupt end after the Sky chose not to extend her qualifying offer. Reports surfaced that Carter’s behavior during the season had created tension in the locker room, a situation that led to the firing of head coach Teresa Weatherspoon. Despite the drama surrounding her departure, Carter’s skills on the court are undeniable.
The buzz on social media has been palpable, with fans imagining how Carter could elevate the Fever’s game. “Chennedy Carter! Come to Indiana! You and the Fever would be unstoppable,” one fan tweeted, while another suggested that she would be a perfect fit for the team. Some even proposed that the Fever should focus on signing Carter along with Satou Sabally to create a dynamic duo, helping to strengthen the team for a deeper playoff run in 2025.
Before her time with Chicago, Carter had a standout college career at Texas A&M, where she played from 2017 to 2020. She was drafted by the Atlanta Dream in 2020 but was later traded to the Los Angeles Sparks for the 2022 season after being suspended for conduct detrimental to the team. Carter sat out the 2023 WNBA season, which only increased speculation about her future in the league.
Now, as Carter becomes a free agent, fans are hopeful that the Fever will take a chance on her and give her the fresh start she needs. Indiana’s mix of promising young talent and experienced players could be the perfect environment for Carter to return to her top form, and many believe that this could be the move that pushes the Fever to the next level in 2025.
