Fever strongly campaigning for Sophie Cunningham amid WNBA season

Sophie Cunningham’s contributions to the Indiana Fever this season are not all reflected on the stat sheets. Her season averages may seem pedestrian; however, she provides a lot of energy, hustle and toughness off the bench. The team posted a video on social media, campaigning for her win one of the WNBA’s individual honors.

Cunningham is averaging 8.4 points, 2.3 rebounds and assists through 38 appearances. She began the season with the starting unit but was moved to the bench to boost the reserves’ offensive firepower. The 30-year-old has established herself as the team’s enforcer as she’s not afraid to go toe-to-toe with opponents. She has also proven that she can knock down clutch and timely baskets when Indiana needs them the most.

Cunningham is a key part of head coach Stephanie White’s rotation. Her ability to play multiple positions and prowess on the defensive end have been integral to the team’s success.

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham speaks with members of the news media during a youth basketball camp.

Fever posts video to promote Sophie Cunningham for WNBA award

Indiana’s clip featured different huge plays from Cunningham this season. They showed their support for her to win the Sixth Player of the Year award.

“She gives us the juice when she comes in off the bench,” the Fever wrote. “ Sophie Cunningham for 6th Player of the Year .”

“She gives us the juice when she comes in off the bench.”

Sophie Cunningham for 6th Player of the Year pic.twitter.com/sPmVRpQuNe

— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) August 28, 2026

Cunningham is one of the favorites to win it. However, Golden State Valkyries forward Janelle Salaun has also made a strong case and has the best odds in major sportsbooks.

The good news for Cunningham is the Fever still have five games left on their schedule. She has a chance to further bolster her position and potentially take home the trophy. Indiana will host the Connecticut Sun on Friday before the FIBA World Cup break. The team will return to action on Sept. 18 versus the Toronto Tempo at Coca-Cola Coliseum. Cunningham and Co. are battling with the Las Vegas and Atlanta Dream for a top-three seed in the playoffs.