Indiana Fever sign Michelle Onyiah from Upshot League for WNBA roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 7:55 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Indiana Fever have officially signed Michelle Onyiah to a developmental roster spot on July 31. This move makes her the first player from the Upshot League to join the WNBA. Onyiah, a 6-foot-3 forward who previously played for the Charlotte Crown, had impressive stats, averaging 9.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game. The signing is viewed as a significant milestone for the Upshot League, which aims to provide players with professional opportunities without competing internationally during the summer. Onyiah is set to wear No. 1 for the Fever, who currently hold an 18-10 record in the season.
- •Onyiah becomes the first signing from the Upshot League.
- •She averaged 9.6 points and 6.9 rebounds with Charlotte Crown.
- •The Fever announced her signing on July 31.
- •Onyiah previously played in Belgium and with the New York Liberty.
- •The Upshot League aims to develop players for the WNBA.
- 7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana Fever sign Michelle Onyiah, first from Upshot League to play in WNBA
"The Indiana Fever signed Michelle Onyiah to a developmental roster spot, making her the first player from the Upshot League to land a WNBA deal.
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