The Indiana Fever have made a bold move to bolster their lineup as they aim to build on the success of the 2024 season. Caitlin Clark, who had an impressive rookie year, helped lead the team back to the playoffs, ending a drought that lasted since 2016. Clark’s stellar performance, which included an average of 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 8.4 assists per game, helped the Fever significantly improve their record, going from a dismal 13-27 in 2023 to a balanced 20-20. Her addition as the first overall pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft has clearly made a massive impact, but the Fever aren’t stopping there.
Indiana is already making moves in the offseason to further improve their roster. One of the key decisions was to re-sign All-Star guard Kelsey Mitchell, ensuring that Clark has a reliable backcourt partner as they look to develop even more chemistry. However, the biggest news came on Friday, when the Fever made a notable trade that could reshape their roster for the upcoming season.
According to ESPN’s Kendra Andrews, the Fever have traded NaLyssa Smith and the No. 8 pick in the upcoming draft to the Phoenix Mercury in exchange for Sophie Cunningham and the No. 19 pick. This trade was part of a larger deal between the Mercury, Wings, and Fever. Phoenix acquired Sabally, Kalani Brown, and Sevgi Uzun, while Dallas received Ty Harris, NaLyssa Smith, and the rights to Mikiah Herbert Harrigan along with the No. 8 pick. For the Fever, landing Cunningham could be a game-changer, giving them another experienced player to complement their young core.
Sophie Cunningham brings with her a wealth of experience, and her skills will add depth to the Fever’s backcourt. The trade further signifies Indiana’s commitment to improving their team and making a push for continued success in the highly competitive WNBA. With the addition of Cunningham, Indiana has bolstered their chances to contend in the 2025 season, and fans are eager to see how the newly revamped roster will perform.
As the Fever head into the new season, all eyes will be on how their newly constructed team gels together. With Clark
