Sophie Cunningham discusses Fever's Commissioner's Cup earnings ahead of tournament
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 6:57 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Sophie Cunningham addressed misconceptions about the financial rewards for the Indiana Fever players following their Commissioner's Cup victory last year. As the Fever prepare to face the Atlanta Dream on June 4, Cunningham emphasized that the prize money, although motivating, is not as substantial as many fans believe due to taxes. Indiana holds a 4-4 record and seeks to regain momentum after a two-game losing streak. A strong showing in the Commissioner's Cup could help shift the narrative surrounding the team as they work toward their championship defense.
- •Cunningham clarifies average prize money is less than $30,000 after taxes.
- •Indiana Fever prepare for the Commissioner's Cup against Atlanta Dream.
- •Fever currently have a 4-4 record, on a two-game losing streak.
- •Performance in the Cup can help improve perceptions of the team's season.
- •Next match is a key test against the Eastern Conference leaders.
- 6:57 PMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham reveals the truth about Fever’s Commissioner’s Cup payday
"Indiana Fever veteran Sophie Cunningham set the record straight on how much players actually took home after winning the WNBA Commissioner's Cup.
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