The Indiana Fever are making headlines, but not always for their on-court performance. Guard Sophie Cunningham has once again found herself in the WNBA's crosshairs, this time incurring a $1,500 fine for criticizing referees on her podcast, "Show Me Something." This follows a previous $500 fine for social media comments deemed detrimental to the league.
Cunningham's recent remarks echo sentiments she claims are shared by many within the league. She stated, "I am someone who says what everyone else is thinking or talking about... I think players across the league, and new fans across the country are like, what is going on with the refs?" Her outspokenness, while appreciated by some, has clearly ruffled feathers at the WNBA headquarters.
Meanwhile, the Fever are also dealing with an injury to star rookie Caitlin Clark. Clark will miss her eighth consecutive game due to a right groin injury. There is no official return timeline for Clark, as the Fever prioritize her long-term health and well-being. Coach Stephanie White emphasized a cautious approach, stating, "We're taking it one day at a time, really slow rolling it, slow playing it this time... The most important thing for us is Caitlin's long-term health and getting her back to 100% before we put her back on the floor."
Clark's rookie season has been hampered by injuries, limiting her to just 13 games. The Fever are currently navigating a challenging stretch without their star player, hoping for her speedy and complete recovery.
Key Takeaways:
- Sophie Cunningham fined $1,500 for criticizing WNBA referees.
- Caitlin Clark will miss her eighth straight game due to a groin injury.
- No official return timeline for Caitlin Clark; the Fever are prioritizing her long-term health.
What's Next for the Fever?
The Fever will continue their road trip before returning home for a three-game homestand. Fans are eagerly awaiting Clark's return and hoping for a more consistent performance from the team.