Fever sign Michelle Onyiah as frontcourt depth amid Boston injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 11:26 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Indiana Fever announced the signing of Michelle Onyiah, a former California forward, on July 31, 2026. Onyiah's addition comes as a result of Aliyah Boston's lower-leg injury and Justine Pissott's departure to the Las Vegas Aces. The Fever previously declined to match Pissott’s contract offer to maintain roster flexibility. Onyiah, who has yet to appear in a WNBA game, brings overseas experience after averaging 11.1 points, 8.4 rebounds in Belgium last season. She is expected to provide depth in the frontcourt, particularly while Boston is sidelined. Onyiah can participate in team activities and be activated for up to 12 games this season.
- •Michelle Onyiah signed to a Player Development contract with the Fever.
- •Aliyah Boston is currently dealing with a lower-leg injury.
- •Justine Pissott left the Fever for the Las Vegas Aces nearly four weeks ago.
- •Onyiah averaged 11.1 points and 8.4 rebounds at Basket Namur in Belgium.
- •The Fever aim to maintain roster flexibility while assessing Onyiah's potential.
- 11:26 PMYahoo Sports — Fever add frontcourt help with Aliyah Boston injured after Justine Pissott exit
"The Fever added former California forward Michelle Onyiah nearly four weeks after declining to match the contract offer Justine Pissott received from the Aces.
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