In a move that has WNBA fans buzzing, Indiana Fever’s very own Lexie Hull will be taking her silky-smooth shooting talents to the Unrivaled League, the Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier-founded 3v3 competition slated to kick off this January in the balmy courts of Miami. While many fans hoped Caitlin Clark might add her star power to Unrivaled, it looks like she’ll be spending the offseason sharpening her game, relaxing—and maybe even seeing how far she can drive a golf ball. Can’t blame her; who doesn’t like a little offseason “putting” their feet up?
The Unrivaled League is hardly a snooze fest. With a roster of some of the most exciting players the WNBA has to offer, the 3v3 league promises to deliver a serious highlight reel. And Hull, with her newfound sharpshooter status, may be the sleeper signing of the year. Don’t let her modest stats fool you—she’s evolved from a shaky perimeter shooter to a certified sniper. Just check out her numbers: Hull finished her third season with a three-point shooting percentage of 47.1%—up from a chilly 18.6% as a rookie. That’s like going from shooting free throws in a snowstorm to hitting jumpers from a hot tub. It’s safe to say Hull’s been warming up.
While Hull continues to hit her stride, Clark is wisely taking a breather. After a whirlwind year that went from the NCAA tournament to a fast-tracked WNBA debut, it seems Clark’s primary goal this offseason is to keep her pulse below 120. She’s been linked to Unrivaled as a possible 30th roster spot filler, but don’t expect any sudden layups from her. Besides, Unrivaled’s got no shortage of stars to keep fans entertained, and Clark deserves a break as much as the next superstar.
Hull’s role in Unrivaled will be something to keep an eye on, especially for fans eager to see if her Miami Beach range holds up in the new format. And who knows, maybe Clark will feel a little FOMO come January and give fans what they’re hoping for. Until then, grab the popcorn—this WNBA offseason is anything but quiet.