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Fever Lock In Core as Sophie Cunningham Returns on One-Year Deal

The weekend signings signal a full-depth push around Caitlin Clark’s expected return.

Aug 1, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) runs back up the court during the second half against the Dallas Wings at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Lexie Hull #10 and Caitlin Clark #22 of the Indiana Fever look on during the game against the Seattle Storm at Climate Pledge Arena on June 27, 2024 in Seattle, Washington. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - AUGUST 9: Sophie Cunningham #8 of the Indiana Fever motions to a teammate during the game against the Chicago Sky at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on August 9, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Sophie Cunningham agreed to a one-year return Sunday, capping a weekend that also saw Kelsey Mitchell and Lexie Hull re-sign.
  • Kelsey Mitchell secured a one-year, $1.4 million supermax contract, which the team labeled its top priority under the new collective bargaining agreement.
  • Indiana added veteran forward Monique Billings and point guard Tyasha Harris to strengthen frontcourt and backcourt depth.
  • The depth moves answer last season’s injuries, when Caitlin Clark missed 31 games and the Fever still reached the semifinals.
  • With a nucleus in place before Monday’s draft, oddsmakers and reporters view Indiana as a contender if Clark returns to form.