When the new WNBA season starts on May 16, Indiana Fever supporters will be able to support a club that has a new appearance. The front office, which has also been redesigned, was able to bring in a few new faces, and other players have moved on.
The fever’s ability to maintain their core, however, is arguably the most significant factor. Two-time All-Star Aliyah Boston has a deal until 2026, and reigning WNBA Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark isn’t going away.
However, veteran guard Kelsey Mitchell, who became a free agent over the winter, was the main question. The two-time All-Star guard’s ability to be re-signed by Indiana was questioned, but in the end, the Fever secured her with a one-year agreement worth $249,244.
Kelsey Mitchell, guard with the Indiana Fever
Kelsey Mitchell, guard with the Indiana Fever
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Boston was questioned recently about the significance of Mitchell’s return to the squad. The forward center for the Fever expressed her opinions on her teammate rather clearly.
“I love Kelsey first and foremost, so I’m happy that she’s getting her flowers because I think if you look at the player Kelsey is, our team doesn’t function the way it functions without Kelsey,” said Boston.
“Kelsey is such an important part of our team.”
Boston continued by praising Mitchell’s quickness and passion for competition. Boston claims that the fever is greatly impacted by both of these exceptional attributes.
“If we lose a game, Kelsey’s off the floor and she’s like, ‘Listen, this ain’t going to cut it,'” “Well,” Boston replied. She is aware of the standard, so she does it after every game. She simply wants us to make sure we’re doing our share of the work because she understands what it takes to win.”
Given that it is only a one-year contract, Mitchell’s new agreement hasn’t exactly assured her long-term career in Indiana. But the fever will have to cope with the problem the next season.
With its Big 3 leading the way, Indiana will go into the upcoming season with very high expectations. This team’s ability to keep Mitchell on board is unquestionably a significant free agency victory.
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