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Fever fans express frustration over Aliyah Boston's contract value

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 8:54 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Fever fans express frustration over Aliyah Boston's contract value

Summary

Indiana Fever center Aliyah Boston faces criticism from fans after the team signed her to a four-year, $6.3 million contract, the largest in WNBA history. Some fans argue Boston's performance does not warrant such investment, despite her posting career highs this season, including 16.9 points per game. On August 30, the Fever secured a victory against the Connecticut Sun, boosting their standings to No. 4. Boston also signed a multi-year deal to continue with Unrivaled, where she has received accolades including Defensive Player of the Year.

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By the Numbers

•Boston signed a record $6.3 million contract with the Fever in April.
•Fans debate Boston's value relative to her contributions in games.
•Fever defeated the Connecticut Sun 111-91 on August 30.
•Boston's career highs include 16.9 points, 8.3 rebounds per game.
•She inked a multi-year deal to return to Unrivaled.

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8:54 AMYahoo Sports — “I Would Flip Her in a Heartbeat”: Fever Fans Are Done With Aliyah Boston Amid Talks of “Overpay”

What they're saying

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On Friday, one netizen claimed that the Indiana Fever had made a mistake by signing Aliyah Boston to a massive contract. Back in April, the Fever signed Boston to a four-year, $6.
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