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Sophie Cunningham addresses Fever locker room mood after recent issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:01 AM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Sophie Cunningham addresses Fever locker room mood after recent issues

Summary

Sophie Cunningham spoke to the media following the Indiana Fever's 106-92 victory over the NY Liberty on August 12, 2026. She emphasized team unity in light of recent controversies affecting the franchise, including an incident involving DiJonai Carrington. Cunningham also defended head coach Stephanie White amid criticism regarding her handling of the situation. The Fever, facing various distractions, are focused on the upcoming postseason with fewer than 10 games remaining in the regular season.

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Status Watch

•Cunningham reassures that the Fever locker room is united.
•Recent incidents have drawn significant media attention to the franchise.
•Cunningham defended White's approach to a controversial foul.
•The Fever have fewer than 10 games left in the regular season.

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5:01 AMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham reveals Indiana Fever’s locker room mood after recent controversies

What they're saying

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Indiana Fever guard/forward Sophie Cunningham addressed the media after assumptions that recent controversies have taken their toll on the locker room. The Fever have been the center of the WNBA media attention for a few years, but this season has been a lot more eventful.
— Yahoo Sports

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