Indiana Fever Turn Heads With Exciting Sophie Cunningham Post on Thursday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Much of the attention surrounding the Indiana Fever lies on Caitlin Clark and her leading the team to the promised land.
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Clark headlines a strong roster that boasts several other WNBA All-Stars such as Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell.
The Fever also court Sophie Cunningham and Lexie Hull, two of their most thrilling players on both ends of the floor.
On Thursday, the Fever faced off against the Los Angeles Sparks, playing the matchup without Clark. The 23-year-old was sidelined with a groin injury.
However, in Clark’s absence, Cunningham not only stepped up but also stole the show. During the game, the 6-foot-1 shooting guard forced a steal that led to a three-point basket in transition.
The Indiana Fever highlighted the play on social media, revealing that Cunningham had been honored with the “Rush Bowl’s Play of the Game.”
Upon the release of the announcement, some fans took to social media, sharing their thoughts on the Indiana Fever revealing Sophie Cunningham’s highlight as the Rush Bowl’s Play of the Game.
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“Sophie is everywhere!!” said one fan.
“It’s a fun game full support. Let’s go TEAM,” said another fan.
“Fantastic play by Sophie,” mentioned one fan.
“Steal and burying the 3,” commented one fan.
“Sophie is doing the work tonight! Go Sophie,” said one fan.
“Sophie only one playing aggressive the whole season,” said another fan.
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8).© Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
In her first year with the Indiana Fever, Sophie Cunningham has posted 5.2 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game.
Cunningham, who joined the Fever this year after spending six seasons with the Phoenix Mercury, is seemingly serving as a consistent energy boost off the bench for Stephanie White.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
