The Indiana Fever made a bold move Sunday, firing head coach Christie Sides despite her leading the team to its first playoff appearance since 2016. After two seasons with the Fever, Sides exits with a 33-47 record, including a promising 20-20 performance this season. While the Fever managed to clinch the sixth seed in the playoffs, they were swept in the first round by the Connecticut Sun, sparking a decision to change direction at the helm.
The Fever’s rising star Caitlin Clark, paired with All-Star forward Aliyah Boston, forms a formidable core that has breathed new life into the franchise. Clark’s rookie season was nothing short of explosive, earning her a reputation as one of the most dynamic scorers in the league. With Boston’s post presence and Clark’s shooting prowess, the Fever now have one of the league’s most promising duos, a foundation that has raised both team and fan expectations.
The decision to part ways with Sides indicates that the Fever organization is gearing up for an aggressive rebuild with a focus on competing for deeper playoff runs. The Fever’s next head coach will inherit a roster filled with young talent and the league’s most exciting young duo, as the organization looks to shift from mere playoff appearances to genuine championship contention.
