
Sophie Cunningham averaged 8.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.0 steals per game while shooting 43.2% from 3-point range.
Sophie Cunningham earned the title of 'enforcer' for her willingness to stand up for Caitlin Clark on the court during games.
Before joining the Indiana Fever, Sophie Cunningham played for the Phoenix Mercury.
Sophie Cunningham, a fan favorite for the Indiana Fever, is a key player in free agency after a successful first season, where she averaged 8.6 points and shot 43.2% from 3-point range. Her role as Caitlin Clark's 'enforcer' has increased her popularity significantly.
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Sophie Cunningham grew in popularity in a major way in her first season with the WNBA's Indiana Fever.
She became known as Caitlin Clark's "enforcer," willing to stand up for the superstar on the court.
The long-time Phoenix Mercury player also made a lot of key contributions with her talent to the Fever's season.
Cunningham shot 43.2% from 3-point range in her first season with the Fever. She also averaged 8.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.0 steals per game.
She hit free agency this offseason, which raised the suspense on what might happen for her next.
Turns out, Cunningham isn't going anywhere. She's returning to the Fever.
ESPN's Alexa Philippou reported Sunday morning that Cunningham has signed a one-year deal to return to Indiana.
Clark will surely be happy about this news.
The Fever already secured the return of Kelsey Mitchell, and their roster is coming together nicely for the 2026 WNBA season.
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