Sophie Cunningham has become a fan favorite for the Indiana Fever, stepping into the role of Caitlin Clark’s “enforcer” with her gritty play and sharpshooting.
But as the WNBA offseason unfolds, the 29-year-old guard’s future hangs in the balance. With free agency looming and CBA talks stalling, she dropped a candid take on her next move.
Quite strategically, the star guard left the door open for a new team, including the Minnesota Lynx, while eyeing a personal goal despite a lingering knee injury.
Is Sophie Cunningham Moving To Minnesota Lynx This WNBA Offseason
There has been a lot happening this WNBA offseason. While she’s away from the court for some time, Cunningham’s comments on her podcast still make the news.
Cunningham stirred the pot on the October 31 episode of her Show Me Something podcast, all while Fever fans hold their breath.
“I think the next team I play for, I want a bigger contract. So then I can buy a house and be homey and cozy,” she said.
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When Wilson floated possibilities like the New York Liberty or Minnesota Lynx, she replied, “It could be anywhere,” casting doubt on her tenure in Indiana.
Signed last December after three seasons with Phoenix, her 2025 stats earned her All-Star buzz before a right MCL tear ended her season. While the Fever fans still want Cunningham to re-sign with the team, things could go south.
Sophie Cunningham Lays Out Offseason Plan Despite Injury Rehab
Despite the injury, Cunningham’s eyeing a Honolulu marathon next December. On the same podcast, she shared a friend’s invite to the race, her “happy place,” but admitted, “My leg is not ready for it this year.”
Post-surgery on her MCL, she’s now treadmill-running. With the WNBA season ending in October, she plans to capitalize on her in-season shape.