The WNBA offseason is in full swing, and the rumor mill is churning faster than a fast break. This time, it’s heating up with the spicy idea that free agent forward Satou Sabally might be making her way to the Indiana Fever next season. Yeah, you read that right — Sabally and Caitlin Clark, together on the court? Fever fans are already on the edge of their seats, and honestly, we don’t blame them.
After all, who wouldn’t want to see a team led by the sharpshooting Clark, the post-dominating Aliyah Boston, and now, potentially, the Swiss-army-knife forward that is Satou Sabally? It’s like building the basketball version of the Avengers, but with fewer capes and more three-pointers.
Sabally: The Free Agent on Everyone’s Radar
Satou Sabally, fresh off a career season with the Dallas Wings, has been flirting with a big offseason move — and she’s not being subtle about it. In a recent TikTok, the 2023 WNBA Most Improved Player teased her fans about switching up her sneaker game and maybe even signing with a new squad. A new team and new kicks? Talk about leveling up.
Last season, Sabally earned a respectable $195K, but we all know she’s ready for a bigger bag. The Indiana Fever, having just made their long-awaited return to the playoffs, might just be the perfect landing spot — and they’ve got the space in their wallet to make it happen. Plus, let’s face it, who wouldn’t want to play with Caitlin Clark? That girl’s got range that rivals your Wi-Fi signal.
Making Room for Sabally: Erica Wheeler on the Move?
Here’s the catch: The Fever will have to make some roster moves to make room for Sabally’s talents and paychecks. Enter Erica Wheeler, the veteran guard who’s coming off a $202K contract. While she’s been a solid piece for Indiana, the team may have to let her go to accommodate Sabally’s arrival. Sorry, Erica, but when the prospect of pairing Sabally with Clark is on the table, sacrifices must be made — basketball is a cruel, but beautiful game.
Kelsey Mitchell, however, is untouchable. She and Clark have already formed an All-Star backcourt that’s as deadly as a step-back three. So the Fever’s plan? Keep Mitchell happy, let Wheeler walk, and roll out the red carpet for Sabally. The only question is, will Sabally go for it? A two-year, $415K offer might just do the trick. It’s not billionaire money, but hey, it’s WNBA gold.
The Sabally-Clark-Boston Show: A Starting Lineup to Die For
Imagine this: Sabally, Clark, Mitchell, Lexie Hull, and Aliyah Boston all in the starting five. That’s not just a team, folks — that’s a problem for the rest of the league. Sabally, with her 18.4 points per game on 43.2% shooting (and a sneaky good 39% from deep), would add the perfect stretch-forward element Indiana needs. Throw in her defense and rebounding, and it’s like Christmas came early for Fever fans.
Of course, there’s always the option of trading NaLyssa Smith to give Sabally the keys to the frontcourt. Or, if Indiana wants to get fancy, they can keep Smith as a super-sub off the bench. Either way, Fever head coach Christie Sides is going to have an embarrassment of riches in the talent department. Other WNBA teams? Not so much.
Fever Fans Already Losing Their Minds
Needless to say, the possibility of Sabally joining the Fever has fans buzzing. Could this team go from playoff hopeful to legit title contender overnight? It’s possible. And even if it doesn’t pan out, at least we’ll always have the TikToks.
But seriously, if Indiana manages to snag Sabally and pair her with Clark, Mitchell, and Boston, it’s going to be one heck of a season. The Fever could be cooking something special — now all we need is for Sabally to sign on the dotted line. Until then, we’ll be refreshing Twitter like it’s draft day.
So, Indiana Fever front office: No pressure, but get it done. Your fans (and Caitlin Clark) are waiting.