Sophie Cunningham becomes unrestricted free agent after WNBA playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 4:10 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Sophie Cunningham's season with the Indiana Fever concluded following their elimination from the WNBA playoffs by the Las Vegas Aces on October 1. Cunningham, who signed a one-year contract with the Fever for $665,000, will now enter free agency as an unrestricted free agent. The 30-year-old guard had a challenging season, recovering from an MCL injury and starting in three of her 43 games. Looking ahead, Cunningham expressed a desire to secure a winning opportunity and compete at a higher level.
- •Indiana Fever eliminated by Las Vegas Aces in first round of playoffs.
- •Cunningham played 43 games this season, starting three.
- •She signed a one-year deal with the Fever after recovering from injury.
- •Cunningham's career earnings total $1,337,780.
- •She aims to compete for a winning team moving forward.
- 4:10 AMYahoo Sports — What's next for Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham with her WNBA playoffs done?
"Guard Sophie Cunningham returned to the Fever on a one-year deal. She will now be an unrestricted free agent.
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