The Indiana Fever are currently facing a challenging season, as noted by guard Sophie Cunningham. The team, with a record of 7-8, lost three of their previous four games leading up to a significant matchup against the Dallas Wings. Despite struggling, they remain a focal point of attention.

Superstar Caitlin Clark continues to draw significant media coverage as one of the league’s top players. However, she’s also been subjected to intense physical play from veterans in the league, prompting Cunningham to highlight concerns about protecting Clark from foul play.

Cunningham stated: “We are circled on everybody’s schedule… No one likes us, right? Everyone in our locker room, that’s the only type of people that we have that we can lean on…” Amidst this scrutiny, Cunningham emphasizes the need for cohesion and discipline among her teammates.

Cunningham’s defensive actions in response to aggressive plays during matches have also drawn attention, leading to ejections in heated moments, as was the case last week against the Connecticut Sun.

Coach Stephanie White has echoed concerns regarding officiating in the league, indicating that the current levels of physical play require better management by referees.