Caitlin Clark’s Banter Energizes Indiana Fever Ahead of 2025 WNBA Preseason Opener

Caitlin Clark is back for her sophomore WNBA season and she’s already bringing the laughs—plus a gentle nudge—to her Indiana Fever teammates. As the Fever geared up for their first preseason showdown against the Washington Mystics, Sophie Cunningham, newly acquired from the Phoenix Mercury, shared a sun-kissed selfie with teammate Lexie Hull on Instagram. Clark couldn’t help herself, chiming in with, "Little less tanning. A little more bball ladies," a comment that racked up over 10,000 likes. Clearly, Clark’s as quick with the wit as she is with a jump shot.

Cunningham volleyed right back, promising, "The tan will come… everything else is perf." Looks like this squad is as ready for Instagram banter as they are for tipoff.

Off the court, Cunningham has nothing but praise for Clark, calling her "a good human" and highlighting her humor and competitive edge. Cunningham believes the Fever’s style of play fits her perfectly, and if the on-court chemistry clicks, she’s got her sights set on a championship. "I just want to win. I want championships, and I think this is the right team for it," said Cunningham, who’s bringing fresh energy after six seasons in Phoenix.

Cunningham, 28, has built a reputation as one of the league’s most popular and reliable players, averaging 7.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.4 assists over 182 games. The Fever’s mix of veteran talent and playful spirit might just be the recipe for a winning season—or at the very least, the best group chat in the WNBA.