dailyloe.com – Sophie Cunningham, a 6-foot-1 guard, recently discussed her contract with the Indiana Fever on her podcast, “Show Me Something.” On April 23, 2026, she revealed that her new deal did not meet her expectations following the new collective bargaining agreement.
Cunningham clarified that her concern was not about money but rather about the length of her contract. She expressed a desire for a longer deal instead of the one-year contract she signed.
Amber Cox, general manager of the Fever, addressed the media on the same day during the team’s media day. When asked about Cunningham’s contract, Cox refrained from discussing individual negotiations.
Cox stated, “I’m not going to really get into anybody’s individual negotiations… it’s a credit to this group wanting to be together that really helped us bring the core back quickly.” She emphasized the importance of planning for both the current season and the long term.
Cox mentioned that there are many factors to consider due to the new CBA. She highlighted the significance of contracts like Aliyah Boston’s four-year, $6.3 million deal.
She continued, “There are some things that decisions that we have to make right now because they’re impacting what we need to do against a hard cap in the future.” Cox noted the new complexities introduced by the CBA.
Despite the contract situation, Cunningham is anticipated to play a crucial role for the Fever as she recovers from a significant knee injury. The future of her contract beyond 2026 remains uncertain.
