Securing Caitlin Clark in the 2024 WNBA Draft, the Indiana Fever have sparked a new era of excitement and championship hopes. The franchise, long in search of a return to dominance, is building a roster that can compete at the highest level. With elite talent joining forces, Indiana is laying the foundation for something big.
As the Fever push forward, we’re taking a closer look at the players shaping their future — not just by on-court impact, but by contract value, too. From Kelsey Mitchell to Natasha Howard, here are the highest-paid players on the Indiana Fever’s 2025 roster.
5 Most Expensive Players on the Indiana Fever’s 2025 Roster
5) Damiris Dantas, CF | $100,000
Damiris Dantas is a versatile frontcourt presence who adds rebounding, defense and scoring off the bench. She’s appeared in five games this season, averaging 2.2 points, 2.4 rebounds and 0.4 assists. A nine-year veteran, Dantas is playing on a one-year deal worth $100,000, making her the fifth-highest-paid player on the roster.
4) Sophie Cunningham, SG | $100,000
After joining the Fever in a key offseason trade, Sophie Cunningham quickly became a dependable rotation piece. She signed a one-year, $100,000 contract, landing her as the fourth-highest-paid player on the team.
BREAKING: Sophie Cunningham has been TRADED to the Indiana Fever! 😳 pic.twitter.com/80zQMXmODk
— I talk hoops 🏀 (@trendyhoopstars) February 1, 2025
In five games this season, she’s averaging 5.3 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists. Known for her three-point shooting and hustle, Cunningham adds crucial depth — especially with Caitlin Clark sidelined.
3) DeWanna Bonner, SG-SF | $200,000
Veteran DeWanna Bonner brings championship pedigree to Indiana. A six-time All-Star and two-time WNBA champion, Bonner is a steadying force on the court. She signed a one-year deal worth $200,000, making her the team’s third-highest-paid player.
She recently became the first player in WNBA history to reach 7,500 points, 3,000 rebounds and 1,000 assists.
So far in 2025, Bonner has played five games, averaging 6.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.2 steals. Her veteran leadership and two-way impact are especially valuable during Clark’s absence.
2) Natasha Howard, PF | $214,466
Three-time WNBA champion Natasha Howard is the second-highest-paid player on the roster. With 11 years of experience, she signed a fully guaranteed one-year contract worth $214,466.
Howard has played five games this season, averaging 12.8 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists. Her presence is expected to be a big part of the Fever’s core moving forward, guiding the younger players as they push toward playoff contention.
1) Kelsey Mitchell, SG | $249,244
Topping the list is Kelsey Mitchell, the team’s offensive engine. Since being drafted in 2018, she’s been the franchise’s go-to scorer and continues to deliver elite numbers. Mitchell signed a supermax deal worth $249,244, the highest salary on the team.
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congratulations to Kelsey Mitchell on reaching 4,000 career points 👏 pic.twitter.com/LbB3zZxxpG
— Indiana Fever (@IndianaFever) May 29, 2025
In just three games this year, she’s averaging 17 points, 1.0 rebound and 2.6 assists. She recently became one of the five fastest guards in WNBA history to reach 4,000 career points. By the 2027-28 season, she’s expected to remain the cornerstone of Indiana’s title aspirations.
