Sophie Cunningham Once Explained Why The WNBA Should Be ‘Thankful’ For Angel Reese And Paige Bueckers
Sophie Cunningham named the players who brought college fans flooding into the WNBA.
In a February 2026 podcast interview, Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham praised three young players who she believes have significantly contributed to the WNBA's recent surge in popularity. Cunningham credited Angel Reese, Paige Bueckers, and Cameron Brink for attracting college fans to the league through social media. She urged veteran players to embrace rather than resent the new generation of stars and to capitalize on the league's growing popularity.
Cunningham also commended fellow player Caitlin Clark, calling her a "generational player" and emphasizing her relatability and enthusiasm for the game. The WNBA saw a 48% increase in overall attendance in 2024, with 2.3 million spectators, indicating the rising popularity that Cunningham and others mentioned.
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