Lexie Hull struggles as Indiana Fever push for playoff positioning
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:55 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Lexie Hull's performance for the Indiana Fever in 2026 has declined, averaging 5.5 points in 31 games. After returning to the starting lineup on May 17, Hull recorded just 3.6 points and 2.4 rebounds in her last five games. Meanwhile, Sophie Cunningham has performed well off the bench, leading to speculation about changes in the starting lineup. With Indiana currently fifth in the standings and 13 games remaining, the team may consider adjusting its rotation to enhance playoff prospects.
- •Hull has averaged 5.5 points and 3.1 rebounds in 2026.
- •Cunningham averages 9.1 points and ranks second in three-point shooting.
- •Fever are currently in fifth place with a 19-12 record.
- •The team has 13 games left to refine their rotation.
- 6:55 PMYahoo Sports — Indiana Fever have a Lexie Hull problem to deal with
"Lexie Hull’s 2026 numbers have raised an interesting question for the Indiana Fever.
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