The Indiana Fever: A History of Success
Origin and Early Years
The Indiana Fever is a professional basketball team based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in 2000, the Fever are one of eight original franchises in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). The team's inaugural season was 2000. The Fever played their first three seasons at Conseco Fieldhouse before moving to their current home, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, in 2003.
The Fever's early years were marked by success. The team won the WNBA Eastern Conference Championship in 2002 and 2003. In 2009, the Fever reached the WNBA Finals for the first time, losing to the Detroit Shock. The Fever returned to the Finals in 2012 and 2015, losing to the Minnesota Lynx both times.
Recent Years
In recent years, the Fever have struggled to maintain their previous level of success. The team has not won a playoff series since 2016. In 2020, the Fever finished with a league-worst 6-26 record. The Fever have made several changes to their roster and coaching staff in an effort to improve their performance.
Current Roster
The Fever's current roster includes several talented players. The team is led by four-time All-Star Victoria Vivians. Other key players include recent first-round pick Aaliyah Boston, veteran center Erica Wheeler, and rising star Kysre Gondrezick.
Upcoming Season
The Fever are hoping to bounce back from a disappointing 2020 season. The team has a new head coach in Marianne Stanley and several new players. The Fever are scheduled to open the 2021 season on May 15th against the Chicago Sky. The Fever are looking to make a statement with a playoff appearance in 2021.
Tickets and Fan Engagement
Indiana Fever tickets are available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com. The Fever also offer a variety of fan engagement opportunities, including meet-and-greets, autograph signings, and community events. The Fever have a strong fan base in Indianapolis and throughout the state of Indiana.
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