Picture this: Sheryl Swoopes is on TV, telling everyone that the Indiana Fever are falling apart. She claims no one wants to play with Caitlin Clark, the veterans are unhappy, and Kelsey Mitchell needs to run for the hills. She’s making it sound like Indiana is a disaster.  

But here’s the problem—everything Swoopes said turned out to be completely wrong. Every. Single. Thing.

The basketball world starts buzzing, thinking the Fever are doomed. But then, something crazy happens. One by one, star players start signing with Indiana.

First, Natasha Howard announces she’s joining. Then, DeWanna Bonner follows. Sydney Colson jumps on board. And Kelsey Mitchell? Not only is she staying, but she’s welcomed back like a hero by her teammates and the organization. It’s like watching an underdog story unfold in real time—except this time, the underdog is becoming a powerhouse.

So, let’s break this down. If you’re a veteran player looking for one last opportunity to make an impact, why wouldn’t you want to play alongside Caitlin Clark? She’s bringing all the attention and excitement the WNBA has been waiting for. Who wouldn’t want to be a part of that?

Sometimes, people say things that make you cringe, and Sheryl Swoopes just gave us a masterclass in “foot-in-mouth” syndrome.

She went on TV and flat-out made up a story about locker room drama in Indiana. She painted a picture of chaos, claiming that veterans had complained to management, saying, “Protect the locker room.” She made it sound like the Fever were a sinking ship.

And then, she dropped the bombshell: Kelsey Mitchell needed to get out of Indiana—immediately. She wasn’t just making a suggestion; she was practically begging her to leave.

According to Swoopes, no free agent would ever want to touch the Fever. Too much drama, too many problems. She made it sound like Indiana was the plot of a bad sports movie.

But here’s the twist:

As soon as Swoopes started running her mouth, actual Fever players called her out. Erica Wheeler and NaLyssa Smith weren’t having any of it. They defended their team and Caitlin Clark, making it clear—there was no locker room drama. The team was united. Swoopes was just making things up.

Think about it—Caitlin Clark is bringing in massive attention, breaking records, and drawing more fans to the WNBA than ever before. Why wouldn’t players want to be part of that?

Now, let’s get to the part that makes this story truly wild.

Remember when Swoopes said no one wanted to play in Indiana? Well, let’s talk about what happened next.

Natasha Howard—a three-time WNBA champion—signed with the Fever. And not only did she sign, she was thrilled about it. She literally said, “I’m just going to run and score.” She knows Caitlin Clark will find her for easy buckets, and she’s ready to dominate.

Then, DeWanna Bonner decided to join. She could have signed anywhere, but she saw what was happening in Indiana and wanted in. She’s not coming to just play—she’s coming to win a title.

Sydney Colson also signed, bringing leadership and chemistry to the locker room. And she had options. If the Fever were such a disaster, why would she choose them?

And the biggest moment? Kelsey Mitchell—who Swoopes claimed needed to escape—chose to stay. Not only that, but the Fever rolled out the red carpet for her return. She was greeted with a hero’s welcome, proving just how much Indiana values her.

Swoopes tried to push a narrative that Indiana was toxic, but the reality is the complete opposite.

The Fever aren’t just signing good players; they’re building a team that can win right now. Clark is setting up assists, Howard is dominating the paint, Bonner is doing it all, and Colson is bringing veteran leadership.

Swoopes said Indiana was doomed. Instead, they just became one of the most exciting teams in the WNBA.

So, the next time someone tries to push a false narrative, just remember—actions speak louder than words. The Fever aren’t running from anything. They’re here to win. And the WNBA better be ready.