Sophie Cunningham on Supporting Caitlin Clark and the Fever’s Run

Sophie Cunningham had a whirlwind first season with the Indiana Fever. joining from the Phoenix Mercury as part of a four-team trade earlier this year, Cunningham proved to be a key part of Indiana’s rotation en route to the team’s semifinals postseason appearance.

Cunningham’s season was cut short, though, due to a torn right MCL suffered in August against the Connecticut Sun. While rehabbing, Cunningham found herself on the Fever’s bench cheering on her team-but she was not alone.

Among the many Indiana players who missed time during the 2025 season was Caitlin Clark, who dealt with groin, bone bruise and quad strain injuries for much of the Fever’s season. cunningham and Clark,who made a quick connection this season,then spent time supporting each other through their respective injuries.