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Fever's Roster Shakeup: Cunningham's Future Uncertain
11 Apr
Summary
- Kelsey Mitchell secured a $1.4 million supermax contract for 2026.
- Fan sentiment is divided regarding Sophie Cunningham's return.
- Lexie Hull is a restricted free agent after a qualifying offer.
The Indiana Fever are navigating complex roster decisions as they prepare for the 2026 WNBA season. A major development is the finalized one-year, $1.4 million supermax contract extension for veteran guard Kelsey Mitchell, a crucial player who averaged 20.2 points per game last season and helped the Fever reach the semifinals.
Despite Mitchell's return, the team faces uncertainty regarding Sophie Cunningham's future. Cunningham, who averaged 8.6 points and 3.5 rebounds in 2025, is a free agent, and fan sentiment is split. Some supporters believe the team needs to improve rather than 'run it back,' questioning Cunningham's contributions compared to other players. Others are concerned about her age and injury history.
Adding to the complexity, Lexie Hull has also become a restricted free agent after the Fever extended a qualifying offer. Hull contributed 7.2 points per game in 2025, with a notable 36.7% success rate from three-point range. The team's ability to retain Cunningham and Hull, alongside Mitchell and potentially Caitlin Clark's stated desire to keep the core together, will shape their competitive outlook for 2026.
