Dave Portnoy alleges Indiana Fever might fire head coach Stephanie White
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 2:35 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Media personality Dave Portnoy stated on the program Wake Up Barstool that he has received information suggesting the Indiana Fever could dismiss head coach Stephanie White at the end of the season. The team currently holds a 26-14 record and occupies fifth place in the WNBA standings. Public speculation regarding White's job security previously surfaced following her post-game comments about a flagrant foul committed by DiJonai Carrington against Sophie Cunningham. Although those initial reports were met with internal support from players and staff, questions remain about the team's postseason performance expectations. The Fever are preparing for the upcoming playoffs, where the pressure to deliver a successful run remains high. No official statement from the Indiana Fever organization has addressed these claims regarding the coaching staff's future.
- •Dave Portnoy claimed on his media platform that Stephanie White may face dismissal.
- •The Indiana Fever currently hold a 26-14 record this season.
- •White previously faced criticism for her response to a foul on Sophie Cunningham.
- •Players and staff at the Indiana Fever have previously supported White publicly.
- 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Dave Portnoy claims his ‘birdies’ told him that Indiana Fever HC Stephanie White will get fired
"Dave Portnoy told the world what he’s heard about the Indiana Fever possibly parting ways with head coach Stephanie White at the end of the season. White came under heavy fire earlier this season following her reaction to the flagrant foul from DiJonai Carrington on Sophie Cunningham.
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