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Indiana Fever support Sophie Cunningham in sixth player of the year campaign

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 9:55 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Indiana Fever support Sophie Cunningham in sixth player of the year campaign

Summary

The Indiana Fever launched a media campaign to support Sophie Cunningham for the sixth player of the year award. Cunningham, who has averaged 8.4 points per game this season, has faced scrutiny over her comments on transgender athletes. Despite the controversy surrounding her views, the Fever aim to refocus attention on her performance on the court. Cunningham is having a career year off the bench with notable shooting percentages. The Fever have already secured a playoff spot for the 2026 WNBA season.

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By the Numbers

•Indiana Fever clinched a playoff spot in the 2026 WNBA season.
•Sophie Cunningham averaging 8.4 points, 47.6% FG, and 44.1% 3P this season.
•Cunningham's comments sparked a nationwide debate on trans athletes.
•Fever aim to deflect controversy and emphasize on-court performance.
•Media campaign launched for Cunningham's sixth player of the year consideration.

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9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana Fever launch campaign supporting Sophie Cunningham

What they're saying

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The Indiana Fever have already clinched a spot in the 2026 WNBA playoffs, and the team’s big three of Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Aaliyah Boston are playing their best ball down the home stretch of the season. However, a lot of the discourse this season has surrounded reserve guard Sophie Cunningham and her comments…
— Yahoo Sports

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