Indiana Fever's Lexie Hull Shares Injury Update Ahead of Sparks Game The Indiana Fever, fresh off a 107-104 loss to the Dallas Wings, prepare to face the Los Angeles Sparks in their second game of the season. The team’s starters are currently under minute restrictions, but head coach Stephanie White remains optimistic about their ability to rebound from the defeat. The focus has shifted to addressing key player injuries and ensuring the roster is fully prepared for the upcoming matchup. Guard Lexie Hull, a critical contributor for the Fever, provided an update on her hamstring injury ahead of the game. Hull missed all preseason games due to hamstring tightness but was cleared to play against Dallas, though she was limited to 15 minutes. She reiterated her readiness to return to full action, stating, “We still might be on a bit of a minute restriction, but I feel good to be out there. It’s great to be back with the girls and get to play live, for sure.” Despite the restrictions, Hull emphasized her physical recovery, noting her body has nearly returned to full health. Last season, she played 44 games, averaging 7.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.8 assists. Her performance earned her a two-year, $1.56 million extension during the offseason. Forward Monique Billings, another player on minute restrictions, shared her own injury update. Billings, who signed a two-year, $1.6 million deal with the Fever after a season with the Golden State Valkyries, started all preseason games but tweaked her ankle in the third game. She expressed excitement about the upcoming game against the Sparks, calling it a “homecoming” since she grew up in Los Angeles. “I’m so excited. We’re at UCLA, grew up here, so it’s really cool coming back.#los_angeles_sparks #indiana_fever #lexie_hull #stephanie_white #monique_billings
Sophie Cunningham's Free Agency Timeline: Key Dates for Indiana Fever Negotiations The Indiana Fever made significant roster adjustments ahead of Caitlin Clark’s second WNBA season, with one of the most impactful moves being the acquisition of Sophie Cunningham. In a four-team trade, the Fever surrendered NaLyssa Smith, a 2025 first-round pick, and a 2027 third-round pick to secure Cunningham’s talents. The decision proved fruitful, as Cunningham became a vital contributor for the team. During the 2025 season, she averaged 8.6 points on 46.9% shooting, along with 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.0 steals, and 1.7 three-pointers per game. Beyond her statistical contributions, Cunningham emerged as a vocal leader and a physical presence on the court, often stepping into the role of the team’s enforcer. However, uncertainty now surrounds Cunningham’s future with the Fever. Her contract with the team has expired, making her an unrestricted free agent for the 2026 season. The situation took a concrete turn on Sunday night when ESPN reporter Alexa Philippou provided an update on WNBA free agency timelines. According to Philippou, the negotiation window between teams and players will open on Wednesday, with official signings allowed starting on Saturday. This means the Fever can begin formal talks with Cunningham as early as Wednesday, though no agreements will be finalized until she signs a new contract on Saturday at the earliest. Cunningham’s compensation last season was $100,000 with the Fever, a figure she will aim to surpass in 2026. The new Collective Bargaining Agreement, which took effect this season, has likely influenced her expectations for a more lucrative deal.#wnba #indiana_fever #kelsey_mitchell #sophie_cunningham #lexie_hull
