The Indiana Fever have finally found their groove, landing in the playoffs for the first time since 2016, thanks to the incredible trio of Kelsey Mitchell, Caitlin Clark, and Aliyah Boston. But don’t get too comfortable, Fever fans — it’s free agency season, and things are about to get spicy! 🚨🔥
Mitchell, the team’s scoring dynamo and a certified bucket-getter, is set to become a free agent this summer. While Fever faithful are holding their breath, Kelsey has made it clear: it’s time to look out for number one! Talking to Indiana Star’s Chloe Peterson, the sharpshooter revealed she’s weighing her options and, spoiler alert, she’s not exactly packing her bags for a permanent stay in Indy.
“I think everything for me is so fresh that I don’t know what I need and what I’m going to do,” Mitchell confessed. Translation? Don’t start ordering custom ‘Mitchell’ jerseys just yet.
This isn’t some random benchwarmer pondering her next move. Mitchell is a two-time WNBA All-Star who’s been lighting it up for the Fever since she was drafted No. 2 overall back in 2018. With 3,923 points (did someone say bucket machine?), 649 assists, and 472 rebounds over 233 games, her résumé reads more like a “Hall of Fame Application” than a mere player profile.
So, where does that leave Indiana? Wringing its hands, praying, and, most importantly, prepping the checkbook. Mitchell made $212,000 last year, and the Fever might just slap the “core” designation on her, which would lock her in for another season with a hefty raise to the league’s maximum salary — $241,984. For context, that’s a lot of digits for the WNBA. 💸
But let’s not kid ourselves. Mitchell’s heart isn’t just tied to Indy like a kid stuck to a Velcro wall. Sure, she’s got a “home” in Indiana, but as she put it, “I gotta do what’s best for me.” (Cue the heartbreak emojis 😢).
The Fever’s Fevered Dreams 🔥💭
Coach Christie Sides, who led Indiana from a rocky 1-8 start to a sizzling 16-10 finish, knows what’s at stake if Kelsey skips town. “Kelsey Mitchell is one of the keys for us to get to the level that Lin is talking about, you know, playing for championships,” Sides praised. (Translation: Please, Kelsey, don’t leave us!)
Mitchell’s not just a shooter — she’s a franchise cornerstone. Her 19.2 points per game last season solidified her place in the Fever’s history books, making her just the 10th player ever to rack up over 750 points in a season. In short, she’s the Fever’s very own cheat code, right next to legend Tamika Catchings.
What’s Next for the Fever’s Favorite Star? 👀
So, what’s going on in Kelsey’s mind? Even Mitchell might not know just yet, but with free agency only opening on February 1, you can bet there will be some high-stakes drama between now and then. Should she stay or should she go? That’s the million-dollar question (literally).
Prediction Time! 🔮
Let’s look into the crystal ball, shall we? If the Fever “core” her, it’s going to be a game of high-stakes poker. But Mitchell’s got leverage — a big bag of leverage — and other WNBA teams are already licking their chops. A player of her caliber could fit in anywhere.
Expect the rumors to fly faster than a Caitlin Clark fast break. Who knows? Maybe we’ll see a reunion with another powerhouse franchise — could it be Seattle? New York? (Liberty, are you listening?). Or does she stick it out with the Fever, hoping for one last shot at building a championship contender?
One thing’s for sure: wherever Kelsey Mitchell ends up, fans will follow. So buckle up, WNBA fans. It’s going to be a bumpy ride filled with social media frenzy, cryptic tweets, and maybe a few subtweets just to keep things interesting. 🍿😎
Fever Fans, It’s Time to Sound Off! 🗣️
Should Kelsey Mitchell stick with Indiana and build on this year’s success? Or should she hit the open market and shoot her shot somewhere new? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! And remember: stay tuned, because this story is only getting started.
Stay selfish, Kelsey. We’ll keep the popcorn ready! 🎬