Stepping in for White is assistant coach Austin Kelly, who addressed the issue during his pregame press conference. Kelly, however, did not provide any details on White's situation, instead opting to focus on how the Fever are reacting to the sudden turn of events.

SAN FRANCISCO -- The Indiana Fever announced head coach Stephanie White will miss Thursday's game at the Golden State Valkyries for personal reasons, marking the second game she'd missed this season. Austin Kelly will serve as acting head coach.

Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White will miss Thursday night’s game against the Golden State Valkyries for personal reasons, team officials announced.