After a long playoff drought, the Indiana Fever finally broke through in 2024 with Caitlin Clark leading the charge. But making the playoffs is just the start.
Now, it’s about taking the next big step—contending for a title. With some smart moves and the right mix of talent already on the roster, the Fever are in a strong position to build on their momentum. So, what can they do to bring the title home?
3 Key Moves That Could Push the Fever Toward a 2025 WNBA Championship Run
1. Let Caitlin Clark Run the Show Fully
Clark has already changed the game for Indiana, leading them to the playoffs for the first time since 2016. Now, the Fever need to trust her completely as their offensive engine. That means putting the ball in her hands more, building the offense around her strengths, and giving her freedom to create. In the 2024 WNBA season, Clark led the Fever in scoring, averaging 19.2 points per game, so she is a proven case.
Besides, scorers like Kelsey Mitchell, veterans like DeWanna Bonner and Natasha Howard, and sharpshooters like Sophie Cunningham now in the mix, Clark has the support to run a fast-paced, high-scoring offense. Surrounding her with shooters and slashers opens the floor, letting her do what she does best—dominate the scoreboard.
2. Go All-In on Floor Spacing and Pace
The Fever are clearly aiming to play fast and spread the floor. But that style only works if you have the right personnel and they’re building just that. The additions of Cunningham and Jaelyn Brown through offseason trades bring shooting and speed. Bree Hall and Yvonne Ejim, taken in the 2025 draft, add athleticism and energy off the bench.
Aliyah Boston, 6’5’’ and Brianna Turner, 6’3’’ give them size inside, while Damiris Dantas and Natasha Howard can stretch the floor as versatile forwards. Even rookie Makayla Timpson brings toughness in the paint with a 17.5 point per game average in the 2024-25 season. If this group clicks, the Fever can run teams off the floor.
3. Tighten Up the Bench Rotation for Playoff Depth
Depth matters in the playoffs. The Fever now have a solid core with experience—Clark, Boston, Mitchell, Bonner, Howard, Colson, and a fresh supporting cast. But figuring out the best bench rotation will be key.
Yvonne Ejim brings defensive hustle with 9.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals per game. Likewise, Timpson adds rebounding grit while Lexie Hull provides perimeter toughness and sharpshooting with 47.1% average in shooting beyond the arc. Getting consistent minutes for the most reliable role players, and trimming the rotation when needed, will help the Fever stay sharp in high-stakes games.