Sophie Cunningham has been a standout presence for the Indiana Fever throughout the 2026 regular season. As the Fever prepared for Game 1 of the WNBA playoffs against the Las Vegas Aces, Cunningham arrived at Michelob ULTRA Arena ready for action.
The Fever guard made a fashion statement by wearing a long cheetah-print coat and matching shorts. This bold style choice followed a memorable moment when she wore a sweater with the words “Kick Rocks” before the team’s penultimate game against the Minnesota Lynx.
Indiana faces a significant challenge against the powerhouse Las Vegas Aces. The Aces have established themselves as a dominant force, winning three of the last four WNBA championships. They ended the 2026 season with an impressive 31-13 record.
With the Lynx securing a 33-11 record and the Golden State Valkyries finishing second at 32-12, the Fever will need strong performances to advance. The team’s head coach, Stephanie White, confirmed that Aliyah Boston will play in Game 1 after recovering from a leg injury.
This brings a boost to the team’s chances, as Caitlin Clark has had her best season so far, and Kelsey Mitchell set a new record for most points in a WNBA season. Cunningham, known for her energy off the bench, averaged 7.9 points and 1.2 assists while shooting 46% from the field and 41.9% from the three-point range.
The Indiana Fever are determined to make noise in the playoffs and potentially upset the Aces in their first-round series.
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