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Sophie Cunningham Speaks Publicly on Contract Comments at Fever Practice

Sophie Cunningham Speaks Publicly on Contract Comments at Fever Practice

Summary

WNBA player Sophie Cunningham spoke about her contract with the Indiana Fever, explaining that her frustration was about the length of the deal rather than the money. She wants a longer contract to feel settled in Indiana, where she enjoys living and playing basketball.

Key Facts

  • Sophie Cunningham signed a one-year contract with the Indiana Fever worth $665,000.
  • She had a season-ending injury last year and missed chances to showcase her skills.
  • Cunningham clarified that her frustration was about wanting a multi-year deal to stay longer in Indiana.
  • She prefers stability to establish a home and bring her pets with her.
  • Cunningham received multi-year offers from other teams but chose to stay with the Fever on a shorter deal.
  • The Fever also signed other players to multi-year contracts, including Lexie Hull and Aliyah Boston.
  • Cunningham spoke publicly at a practice to clear up misunderstandings from her podcast comments.
  • The Indiana Fever begin their preseason game on April 25 against the New York Liberty.
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