Sophie Cunningham is the name most discussed among Indiana Fever fans during the WNBA offseason, and her future with the team is now open. Her breakout 2023 season set new franchise records for wins, and she is on the open market with considerable interest around her.
On her No Hesitation podcast, Cunningham looked back on the Fever’s season, which ended at 28-16 with a first-round playoff loss to the Las Vegas Aces. She spoke about the team’s chemistry and work ethic. “We were so good, and it was so much fun,” she said. “The squad really loved each other.”
Cunningham responds to commentators on her contract
As her contract neared its end, Cunningham said she received plenty of feedback from sports commentators on whether the Fever should re-sign her or let her go elsewhere. She responded to outside opinions on her podcast, sticking up for herself and describing herself as a fighter.
Asked about her upcoming free agency, she said, “I have no idea what’s next.” She added that many players were in the same position and expressed confidence that, as they grow older, they will look back with pride on what they achieved in July and August.
Fever faces key roster decisions ahead of free agency
With the WNBA free-agency negotiating period set to begin soon, the Indiana Fever front office has significant roster decisions to make. Whether Cunningham returns to Indiana as a veteran presence and intense competitor, or moves to a different franchise, is still to be determined.
