Indiana Fever Make Major Front Office Addition Amid Organizational Shakeup
Indiana Fever make another key front office addition as they face growing pressure to build a contender around Caitlin Clark.
The Indiana Fever made a significant front office move as they entered the 2026 season with high hopes. Despite a franchise-record 28 wins during the regular season, driven by WNBA stars Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell, Indiana fell short, finishing sixth in the standings and being eliminated by the Las Vegas Aces in the first round of the playoffs.
The organization swiftly responded to the disappointing performance, with team president Kelly Krauskopf resigning and general manager Amber Cox being dismissed. Head coach Stephanie White is set to continue her role for the upcoming season despite calls for a coaching change from a significant portion of the fanbase. The Fever have now bolstered their front office by hiring Sheri Sam, a former WNBA player and Portland Trail Blazers scouting manager, as their new assistant general manager.
According to the Indianapolis Star, Sam's role will encompass scouting, analytics, player evaluation, and identifying talent. Her extensive experience includes a 10-year WNBA career, including championships with the Seattle Storm and Detroit Shock, and a stint as the Trail Blazers' scouting manager in the NBA. Sam's addition is seen as a valuable asset to Indiana's efforts to strengthen its talent evaluation and build a stronger foundation around the team's star players.
Her focus will be on the upcoming women's college basketball season, with the aim of making better decisions in draft, free agency, and player development. While a new general manager has yet to be appointed, Sam's hire marks a crucial first step in Indiana's quest for a more well-rounded roster.
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