Indiana Fever Secure Future with Key Player Contracts and Salary Renegotiations
The Indiana Fever have made a significant move by exercising the fourth-year option on point guard Caitlin Clark, securing her contract for the 2027 WNBA season. This decision allows Clark to renegotiate her salary and potentially sign a three-year contract extension under the EPIC provision in the new WNBA collective bargaining agreement. Clark's current salary with the Fever is $528,846 for this season, but it is expected to increase significantly in the following seasons.
In addition to Clark, the Fever have been active in securing their key players with contract extensions. Star forward Aliyah Boston recently signed a record-setting four-year, $6.3 million extension with the team. Furthermore, Kelsey Mitchell agreed to a one-year, $1.4 million supermax deal, highlighting the Fever's commitment to retaining their top talent.
Clark's impressive performance in the 2024 season earned her an All-WNBA first-team selection, making her eligible to earn up to 17% of the team's salary cap in 2027. If Clark were to win the MVP award this season, she could potentially qualify for the supermax contract, which is 20% of the team's salary cap. These developments showcase the Fever's dedication to building a competitive roster for the upcoming seasons.
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