The Indiana Fever will be playing its first preseason games in 2026, and the news around the franchise is not very encouraging. Fans are already worried about the absence of players like Lexie Hull and Aliyah Boston in the preseason game, but at the same time, they will have Caitlin Clark back on the floor with new additions.
The franchise managed to assemble the 2025 semifinalist team along with some influential stars who could fit well with the core of the team. One such addition is Monique Billings, who was a shining star for the Valkyries in 2025.
Caitlin Clark Hypes Up Monique Billings
The Fever team needed a forward to play alongside its strong guard lineup and also play well alongside Aliyah Boston. The front office chose Monquie Billings as the perfect replacement for its two outgoing forwards in the free agency.
While the franchise’s free-agent signings impressed Clark, she spoke highly of Monique Billings. In the press conference, she said,
Caitlin Clark on playing with Mo Billings. “She’s a good soul” 🥹 pic.twitter.com/9Qlyzm0f7A
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CC mentioned that Billings has a positive impact in the locker room and is excited to join the project, which worked out pretty quickly in the free agency.
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Apart from her new teammates, the player herself is very clear about her role in the season, as she shared the same in a recent interview.
Caitlin Clark Makes Her Role Clear for 2026 Season
There was never any question that the 24-year-old was the leader and center of the Fever’s plans. But with a number of additions in the guard position in the roster, many raised questions about her role in the team.
But CC cleared the air as she said, “I’m going to be the primary ball handler, that’s never going to change.”
Importantly, the former Iowa star thrives with a ball in her hand with her vision, shooting, and pinpoint passing, making the game easier for the team. Still, with many injuries in the 2025 season, Clark stated that bringing up the ball each time against the pressure was exhausting, claiming that the Fever needs to “find somebody that can handle the ball a little bit.”