Caitlin Clark for MVP is just one of several awards Fever could push for

The Indiana Fever currently find themselves seventh in the league standings. As they try to climb their way back to .500 and beyond, they've continued to grow as a unit. Injuries have plagued this squad from Caitlin Clark missing a minimum of two weeks with a quad strain to enforcer Sophie Cunningham facing a nagging ankle injury that's forced her to miss time.

The Fever brought in several solid pieces this year with new head coach Stephanie White from DeWanna Bonner to Natasha Howard and even Sydney Colson. But the talent they already had coming into this season deserves their recognition. Aliyah Boston, Lexie Hull and Caitlin Clark are all favorites for league awards this season. The year is still young, but each have played their own role in getting the team back on track and even lead the league in several stat categories.

Every player on the roster is a key piece in the team's overall success. Each of these players listed above have contributed in major ways and have been effective in stepping up their performance amid injuries that have struck the team hard. Caitlin Clark is a strong favorite for league MVP this season and several teammates may join her in recognition.

Aliyah Boston for Defensive Player of the Year

Aliyah Boston has had a strong first two seasons in the league after being the Fever's first overall pick in 2023. Despite the Fever's down year, she went on to win Rookie of the Year that season. But something changed about Boston's game in 2024 after the arrival of Caitlin Clark.

The chemistry between the two has been good for her overall development. In the midst of Clark's injury, Boston's game hasn't slowed down. She currently leads the league in field-goal percentage (67.6%).

After playing in Unrivaled in the offseason fans were excited to see how she would perform in 2025. There were noticeable changes with her during Unrivaled. She developed an aggressive angle to her game and emerged as one of the best post players in the game.

One part of Boston's game that has really stood out this season is her defense. Last season the defensive end was not her strongest area. She consistently struggled to keep up with the pace of the game. Boston vastly improved her skills. She is stronger under the basket and helps her team in rebounding - averaging 8.0 per game (16.9% defensive rebounding percentage) and has had several blocks this season including five against the Chicago Sky on opening day.

The defensive side of the ball continues to be an overall struggle for the Fever as a team, but Boston has certainly led the way and continues to set the example of high standards for herself and others in the league.

Lexie Hull for Most Improved Player Award

Lexie Hull has not only been the most consistent player in terms of production for the Fever, but arguably the most improved player in the entire WNBA. What she has meant to the Fever this year has not gone unnoticed. With the injury bug hitting the team hard, Hull has embraced the starting role and fans have seen a climb in her stats since.

In 2024, Hull finished the season as the league's strongest three-point shooter. Little has changed in 2025. She currently leads the league in the same category shooting 55.6% from beyond the arc. No matter how the remainder of the season goes for the Fever in terms of record, Hull is notably the unsung hero. She averages 10.7 points per game, a huge improvement from her 2024 campaign where her average was 5.5 points-per game. She is an exceptional player for the Fever no matter where her spot in the rotation is.

In order to be the Most Improved Player in the WNBA, a player must improve from the prior season in all phases of the sport. Hull has certainly made a case with her defensive skill as well thus far. She currently leads the league in offensive fouls drawn (12). It's early, but she has already almost doubled her steal average from last season to now - currently sitting at 1.1 steals per game (0.6 steals per game in 2024).

Hull has been an overall strong piece to the Fever's formula for success and continues to make her presence known against opposing teams. If she can continue to stay healthy fans can further expect her production to improve.

Sophie Cunningham for 6th Player of the Year

Sophie Cunningham, despite facing injury early in the season, is expected to be an enforcer for the Fever upon her return and going forward the rest of the way. She brings a spicy attitude and much needed spark in crucial times for her team. Not to mention, she is a strong shooter herself and has aided her team in crunch time. Her very existence on the court is something the Fever lacked last season and desperately needed around Clark this season.

The Sixth Player of the Year award is meant for the best reserve player in the league. In order to be eligible, a player must play in more games as a reserve than a starter. So Cunningham can likely check that box, especially given the fact she plays better off the bench. It's as though Cunningham embraces coming into a tight, high intensity game and setting the tone for her team when needed.

She can't be evaluated under a microscope just yet due to having missed three games already this season. Her strongest outing came against the Connecticut Sun, where she left the game early in the fourth quarter and still managed to put up 10 points. Cunningham made an immediate impression with Fever fans during her first preseason game with the team where she finished with an electric 21 points and 8 rebounds. Her energy uplifts an entire team and an area packed with over 17,000 spectators.