Here’s a breakdown of what the 2026 Indiana Fever will look like.
Just three days before opening the season against the Dallas Wings at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the Indiana Fever’s regular-season roster is beginning to take shape following the waiving of three players.
Indiana enters the 2026 campaign with championship expectations, hoping its offseason additions pay dividends while its young core continues to develop into one of the league’s elite groups.
The Fever’s first major priority after the new CBA agreement was finalized was re-signing veteran guard Kelsey Mitchell. From there, the organization focused on strengthening its thin frontcourt by adding experienced and versatile talent, highlighted by the acquisition of Monique Billings.
Indiana also managed to lock up other foundational players, including three-time All-Star Aliyah Boston and Lexie Hull. Despite dealing with several injuries during training camp, the Fever appear poised to begin their pursuit of a WNBA title.
Here’s how Indiana’s 2026 roster currently stands:
Guards:
Caitlin Clark
Kelsey Mitchell
Tyasha Harris
Raven Johnson
Shatori Walker-Kimbrough
Forwards:
Lexie Hull
Sophie Cunningham
Monique Billings
Myisha Hines-Allen
Makayla Timpson
Centers:
Aliyah Boston
Damiris Dantas
Development:
Justine Pissott
Starting Lineup Projections:
As the WNBA prepares for its 30th season, the Fever enter 2026 with what appears to be one of the league’s strongest starting lineups. The roster combines size, experience and high-level skill across multiple positions, giving Indiana arguably its deepest team since Caitlin Clark arrived.
Guards: Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell
Clark endured a frustrating 2025 season, appearing in only 13 of 44 games because of injuries. Still, when healthy, she has consistently shown why she is regarded as one of the league’s premier talents. Heading into Year 3, Clark hopes to recapture the momentum from her historic rookie campaign, during which she shattered records and helped lead Indiana to its first playoff appearance since 2016. Her court vision, passing ability and deep shooting range remain game-changing strengths for the Fever offense.
Mitchell’s eight seasons in Indiana have included every phase of the franchise’s rebuilding process, and her veteran leadership remains invaluable. Fresh off an MVP-level 2025 season, Mitchell continues to establish herself as one of the WNBA’s most dangerous scorers. She led the league with 111 made three-pointers last year while averaging a career-best 20.2 points per game and finishing second overall in total points with 890. Her scoring explosiveness and speed, paired with Clark’s playmaking, give Indiana one of the league’s most dynamic backcourts.
Forwards: Sophie Cunningham, Monique Billings
Cunningham’s 2025 season ended prematurely after suffering a torn MCL in late August, but she has returned healthy and ready to contribute. Her versatility and perimeter shooting make her a dependable piece in Indiana’s rotation, while her toughness and intensity bring an edge the Fever value. Cunningham thrives in catch-and-shoot opportunities and provides energy on both ends of the floor. It remains uncertain whether she or Lexie Hull will consistently start, especially with Hull still working back from a preseason hamstring issue, though Indiana feels comfortable with either option.
The addition of Billings immediately upgraded the Fever’s frontcourt depth and athleticism. She already has experience playing alongside both Clark and Mitchell, making her transition into the lineup seamless. Billings brings elite rebounding, strong transition play and physicality around the basket. Her ability to set effective screens—particularly for Clark—adds another dimension to Indiana’s offense, while her finishing ability near the rim strengthens the starting unit.
Center: Aliyah Boston
Aliyah Boston has continued refining her game during the offseason, including working on expanding her shooting range with a developing three-point shot. However, it’s still her dominance inside the paint that makes her one of the WNBA’s top centers. Although she dealt with an injury suffered during Unrivaled competition that limited her preseason appearances, Boston appears to be in excellent condition entering the year. Her strength, footwork and post presence continue to anchor Indiana’s interior play, and expectations remain high for another leap forward this season.
Depth Chart Overview
Indiana’s depth could prove equally important throughout the season. Whether Cunningham or Hull comes off the bench, the Fever have a proven and versatile contributor ready to step into a major role.
Rookie Raven Johnson adds defensive toughness in the backcourt, while Tyasha Harris is expected to strengthen the guard rotation once fully recovered from last season’s knee injury. Veteran Shatori Walker-Kimbrough, now entering her 10th WNBA season, provides additional experience and stability.
In the frontcourt, Myisha Hines-Allen offers versatility and physicality, while Makayla Timpson appears to have taken strides forward since her rookie season. Damiris Dantas gives Indiana another experienced option behind Boston at center.
Here’s a projected look at Indiana’s depth chart:
Guards
Caitlin Clark
Kelsey Mitchell
Raven Johnson
Tyasha Harris
Shatori Walker-Kimbrough
Forwards
Sophie Cunningham
Monique Billings
Lexie Hull
Myisha Hines-Allen
Makayla Timpson
Centers
Aliyah Boston
Damiris Dantas
The Fever also retained second-round pick Justine Pissott on a development contract, allowing her to practice and travel with the team while remaining eligible for only 12 of the 44 games during the 2026 season. Indiana is also expected to add another young player with one to three years of WNBA experience to fill its second development contract slot.
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