Sophie Cunningham Fires Back at Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell Narrative

Sophie Cunningham, a player with the Indiana Fever, recently discussed her stance on who should win the 2026 WNBA MVP award between her teammate Kelsey Mitchell and star Caitlin Clark. The Indiana Fever are currently in fifth place in the WNBA standings, with only four games remaining before the postseason begins. Mitchell and Clark are both seen as top contenders for the award, making Cunningham's support for both of them a natural response.

Cunningham clarified her comments during an episode of the 'No Hesitation' podcast, explaining that her initial statement was taken out of context by Clark's fanbase. She emphasized that she genuinely believes both Mitchell and Clark should be considered for the MVP award, as they both have performed exceptionally well. Cunningham noted that the internet can sometimes misinterpret statements due to its fast-paced nature, and expressed her frustration at how the media can sometimes distort the truth.

While Caitlin Clark is undoubtedly a prominent figure in the WNBA, Cunningham has made it clear that she is not biased towards either player. She reiterated her stance that she would happily support either Mitchell or Clark taking home the prestigious MVP award, should they perform exceptionally well in the remainder of the season.