Indiana Fever dismiss general manager Amber Cox after disappointing season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026

The Indiana Fever have fired general manager Amber Cox following a disappointing 2026 season that ended with a first-round playoff exit. Cox, who also served as chief operating officer, was let go on the same day that team president Kelly Krauskopf announced her resignation. Krauskopf issued a statement expressing gratitude for her time with the organization and the foundation laid for future success. The Fever's struggles this season included several unsuccessful free-agent signings, hindering player performance. With key players Kelsey Mitchell and Caitlin Clark facing potential changes, the franchise's direction remains uncertain as the offseason approaches.
- •Amber Cox fired after the Fever's first-round playoff exit.
- •Kelsey Mitchell set for unrestricted free agency this offseason.
- •Team president Kelly Krauskopf steps down on the same day as Cox.
- •Cox hired key players, but roster changes failed to deliver results.
- •Head coach Stephanie White's future may now be in question.
- 10:56 PMESPN — Fever fire GM Cox, sources say, as front-office shakeup continues
- 9:16 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana Fever fire general manager Amber Cox amid front office shakeup
"The Indiana Fever have fired general manager Amber Cox, sources confirmed to ESPN, hours after the team announced that president Kelly Krauskopf had stepped down from her position.
"The Fever have parted ways with general manager Amber Cox after a disappointing 2026 season.
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External links- ESPNOct 23, 2026, 10:56 PMFever fire GM Cox, sources say, as front-office shakeup continues
The Indiana Fever have fired general manager Amber Cox, sources confirmed to ESPN, hours after the team announced that president Kelly Krauskopf had stepped down from her position.
- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 9:16 PMIndiana Fever fire general manager Amber Cox amid front office shakeup
The Fever have parted ways with general manager Amber Cox after a disappointing 2026 season.
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