Sophie Cunningham continues bench role as Indiana Fever lose to Atlanta Dream
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:45 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The Indiana Fever lost 108-101 to the Atlanta Dream on June 18, with Sophie Cunningham again coming off the bench. Cunningham played 30 minutes, scoring 12 points while Monique Billings and Lexie Hull, who started, logged only 13 and 11 minutes, respectively. Analysts suggest Cunningham's impact warrants a starting role, as her defensive reputation could help the Fever, now 9-6, improve their performance. The team's struggles with defense underline the urgency for a lineup change.
- •Cunningham scored 12 points in 30 minutes against the Dream.
- •Billings and Hull had minimal impact in terms of minutes played.
- •Indiana Fever's defense has been underperforming this season.
- •Team currently holds a 9-6 record after the loss.
- •Analysts call for Cunningham's promotion to the starting lineup.
- 2:45 AMYahoo Sports — It's time to ask the Sophie Cunningham bench question for Indiana Fever
"The Fever continue to start Monique Billings and Lexie Hull.
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