Sophie Cunningham gets baptized following $665K Fever deal

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Sophie Cunningham was baptized following her $665,000 deal with the Indiana Fever. She expressed her joy on TikTok, stating it was a meaningful personal decision.

Key points

Sophie Cunningham signed a $665,000 deal with the Indiana Fever
She got baptized as an adult, feeling a personal calling
Fans celebrated her achievements on social media

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Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham is leaning into her spirituality following her re-signing.

“I got baptized when I was little but I was feeling a tug on my heart to do it on my terms as an adult!” Cunningham wrote alongside the video on TikTok. “Such a fun, amazing day. Thank you, Jesus.”

Fans were excited for Cunningham as she celebrated her new signing with the Fever and her personal life.

"Another reason we adore Sophie Cunningham!" one fan wrote.

"This is awesome so proud of you! And glad you are back with the Fever!!" another fan commented.

The baptism follows Cunningham's re-signing with the Fever and finalizing a new contract. She will be back on the court alongside Caitlin Clark and Lexie Hull, who fans have named “Tres Leches.”

Cunningham has agreed to a one-year deal with the Fever that is reportedly worth $665,000.

“We are thrilled to have Sophie back with the Fever and are grateful for her commitment to return and build on what we started a year ago. Not only is Sophie one of the best three-point shooters in the league, but she is an exceptional teammate, both on and off the court,” COO and General Manager Amber Cox said in a press release. “She plays with infectious energy that impacts not only our team, but our fanbase as well.”

“We had a really special group last year and it was an incredible first season for me in Indy; I loved everything about my teammates and the Fever organization. We fought through a ton of adversity, and it was important to me that we have a chance to see through what we started,” Cunningham said. “I have a feeling this is going to be another special season, so I’m excited to get things started and to, of course, keep playing in front of the best fans in the WNBA. Let’s get spicy!"

Last year during the regular season, Cunningham averaged 8.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and one steal per game.