Fever Star Sophie Cunningham Apparently ‘Misspoke’ About Caitlin Clark’s Injury Status originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham may have caused a bit of confusion with her statement on Caitlin Clark following the team’s 80-70 win against the Las Vegas Aces on Thursday night.

Indiana Fever star Sophie Cunningham gained attention when she protected her superstar teammate Caitlin Clark with a flagrant foul and ensuing scuffle against the Connecticut Sun in June.

Caitlin Clark showcased her playful side once again during the Indiana Fever’s training session on Saturday. The injured point guard sparked a lighthearted moment by encouraging rookie Makayla Timpson, who is on a three-year, $217,640 contract, to leap over teammate Sophie Cunningham in celebration of a long-range bucket.