Sophie Cunningham voices concerns about Fever's defense despite winning streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 4:00 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Indiana Fever are on a four-game winning streak, achieving a record of four consecutive games with over 100 points. Sophie Cunningham acknowledged the team's offensive strength but expressed concern over their defensive struggles, which have led to an average of 89.8 points allowed per game. These issues could jeopardize their championship aspirations, as highlighted by head coach Stephanie White. The Fever currently sit at 18-10 in the league standings, with their next game against the Portland Fire. Cunningham emphasized the need for a stronger defensive identity moving forward in the season.
- •Indiana Fever have won four consecutive games with record scoring.
- •Cunningham highlights defensive weaknesses impacting championship hopes.
- •Fever average 89.8 points allowed per game, ranking 12th in the WNBA.
- •Current record stands at 18-10, fifth in league standings.
- •Next game is against the Portland Fire.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Sophie Cunningham Sees Cause for Concern Despite Indiana Fever’s Four-Game Winning Streak
"The Indiana Fever’s offense has been nearly unstoppable over the past two weeks, rewriting the WNBA record books with four consecutive 100-point games and 12 such games this season already. However, despite four straight wins and a history-making scoring run, Sophie Cunningham believes the team has one weakness that could derail its championship hopes.
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