The Indiana Fever is pulling no punches in their quest to dominate the WNBA. Their latest flex? Poaching player development coach Keith Porter from the Connecticut Sun—a move that has fans buzzing and players feeling all sorts of ways.
Porter, who’s been fine-tuning talent in Connecticut for the past two seasons, announced his departure on Instagram with a post so heartfelt it could have doubled as a rom-com script. He thanked everyone: the Sun’s front office, the players, the fans, and probably the custodial staff for good measure.
Brionna Jones: Heartfelt Thanks… and a Jab?
Sun forward Brionna Jones didn’t let Porter leave without a warm (and slightly cheeky) farewell. She slid into his comments with, “Thank you for everything @keithporter_8! You are definitely going to be missed, but I am so grateful for the time we got to work together! Keep working on that post game tho.”
Wait, what was that last part? Did Jones just low-key roast her former coach? Who knows what kind of inside joke that was, but it’s clear that the Sun locker room isn’t all sunshine and hugs.
DeWanna Bonner: Short, Sweet, and Mysterious
Veteran star DeWanna Bonner opted for the Instagram Story route, reposting a photo of herself with Porter from his farewell post. Her caption? “1 of 1.”
Cryptic much, Bonner? Is this a secret code? A new nickname? Or maybe just a subtle way of saying, “There’s no one quite like you, Keith.” Either way, fans are now debating whether Bonner’s brevity was poetic genius or just plain laziness.
DiJonai Carrington: Seatbelt Chronicles
DiJonai Carrington went the humor route, reposting a clip from Porter’s post and dropping this gem: “My guy. Seatbelt never fastened tho.”
What does this even mean? Is Porter a rebel who refuses to buckle up? Or is Carrington hinting at his penchant for taking risks? Whatever it is, Carrington’s parting shot adds a layer of intrigue to Porter’s departure.
The Fever Heats Up
Porter isn’t just joining any old team—he’s now part of Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever, a squad that’s becoming the WNBA’s equivalent of an Avengers lineup. Clark, the league’s newest darling, headlines a roster bursting with talent, including Rookie of the Year Aliyah Boston and rising stars Lexie Hull, NaLyssa Smith, and Kristy Wallace.
Porter’s arrival isn’t the only reunion happening in Indiana. He’ll rejoin former Connecticut Sun head coach Stephanie White, who was named the Fever’s head coach after Christie Sides’ dismissal. Under White, the Sun had strong seasons but couldn’t break through to the Finals. Now, she’s got a fresh start, a stacked roster, and a familiar colleague in Porter.
Connecticut Sun’s Loss Is Indiana’s Gain
Losing Porter and White in the same offseason might sting for the Sun, but for the Fever, it’s like hitting the jackpot. As the Caitlin Clark era officially begins, Indiana is assembling a dream team—not just on the court but on the sidelines, too.
Meanwhile, the Connecticut Sun players will have to find a new target for their inside jokes and light roasting. And while Keith Porter starts his next chapter, fans can only hope he finally buckles that metaphorical (or literal) seatbelt.
