With less than a week to go, the WNA and WNBPA are still working on the CBA deal. On the other end, Project B is daily posting their new signings, raising the curiosity of fans. Their new addition to the league is none other than Sophie Cunningham.
The Indiana Fever forward gave her honest opinion on joining Project B in her recent interview, which is why some fans speculated on her possible move to the new 5-on-5 league.
Considering her potential impact, many even feared for the WNBA’s future.
Fans React To Sophie Cunningham Joining Project B
Project B made a habit of dropping in posts with a new signing to the league’s ambitious project. While they started off with the WNBPA president, Nneka Ogwumike, their recent addition is one of the most popular signings for the league.
Cunningham has a massive fan following with nearly 3 million followers across different social media platforms, and her outspoken nature makes her a perfect ‘partner’ for the league. Project B made the announcement in their ‘special format’, calling the 29-year-old star their new PLAYER. PARTNER. OWNER.
PLAYER. PARTNER. OWNER. Sophie Cunningham
— PROJECT B (@projectb_global) November 25, 2025
"Excited to join Project B’s athlete roster as they launch a new chapter in women’s basketball. Our game is exploding in popularity, and I’m all in on carrying that momentum forward in any way I can, both at home in the US and beyond."… pic.twitter.com/1alEG4u9MQ
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Cunningham also reacted to the new partnership and said, “Excited to join Project B’s athlete roster as they launch a new chapter in women’s basketball. Our game is exploding in popularity, and I’m all in on carrying that momentum forward in any way I can, both at home in the US and beyond.”
The players are excited to join the Project, but judging by the fans’ reactions, they are not as enthusiastic about the news. Fans thrashed Nneka Ogwumike, who was first signing to the league, and here is how they reacted to Sophie Cunningham’s news.
A fan writes, “This is the most predictable of all signings.”
This is the most predictable of all signings. No way Sophie wasn’t taking dirty Saudi money.
— Waffle Guy (@waffleguy323) November 25, 2025
One excited fan wrote, “Fan favorite Sophie Cunningham is coming to Project B. Get your popcorn ready.”
Fan favorite Sophie Cunningham is coming to Project B. Get your popcorn ready.
— Andy froemel (@FroemelAndy) November 25, 2025
Another fan criticized the decision and wrote, “It might be her last chance to secure a bag.”
Not surprised she's going for the cash. She's injured a lot, pushing 30, it might be her last chance to secure a bag. She wants money for a house. I think playing for Saudis is gross, but it's not my life.
— Sugar the Shiz 🥴 (@Sleepynsassy) November 25, 2025
One fan plainly gave his reactions as he wrote, “nooooo.”
noooooooooooo
— Cy (@tellahaterfucku) November 25, 2025
Another fan wrote, “Get your money Love.”
Sophie never claimed she wants to save the world or painted herself to be "better than all".
— Goddy (@slimreezygoddy) November 25, 2025
So I'm not even mad at this. Get your money love.
The former Missouri star became the ninth addition to the new project as she joins Nneka Ogwumike, Alyssa Thomas, Jonquel Jones, Jewell Loyd, Kamila Cardoso, Li Meng, Janelle Salaun, and Kelsey Mitchell. Back in the WNBA, the versatile player is an unrestricted free agent who has one special condition for the new contract.
Sophie Cunningham Puts Condition On Her Next WNBA Contract
The former Mercury star was one of the fan favorites on the Fever team, and many fans even urged the franchise to re-sign the star. The player, though, has one condition for her next contract, which could possibly be her second-to-last contract in the league.
Cunningham pointed out that she will be looking for a larger, multi-year contract to settle down with her next team. “I think the next team I play for I want a bigger contract, so I can then buy a house and be homey and cozy,” said Cunningham.
Sophie Cunningham just said on her podcast she is looking for a bigger multi year contract so she can buy a house. Take care of your fellow Missouri girl @AmberLCox and make our fan favorite Sophie a Fever for life by paying her what she is worth. We can’t lose her. pic.twitter.com/969Cbnt3ge
— CaitlinFor3 (@CaitlinForThree) October 31, 2025
For the 2026 free agency tracker, the player faces a tough reality check as the Indiana Fever lock in Kelsey Mitchell as the top free agency target. Though a team can still land the superstar, given that she is looking to give herself a chance with Caitlin Clark and Co.