Last Updated on August 2, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
The Indiana Fever 2021 were led by Kelsey Mitchell, whose scoring made her the focal point of the offense, while Teaira McCowan anchored the frontcourt with strong rebounding and interior defense. Danielle Robinson and Lindsay Allen shared primary playmaking responsibilities, and Tiffany Mitchell added secondary scoring on the perimeter. The Fever showed solid rebounding but struggled to generate efficient offense and consistent defense, relying heavily on their core contributors throughout the season.
HeatingUp Impact Index: Team Impact Spotlight
| Player Name | Role Tier | MPG | Usage Tier | PPG | RPG | APG | STK (SPG + BPG) | Impact Index | Notes | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelsey Mitchell | Starter/Star (1.1) | 33.1 | High (1.2) | 17.8 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 63.89 | Primary scoring guard who carried Indiana’s perimeter offense with difficult shot-making, deep shooting range, and constant movement without the ball. Her expanded role required creating against set defenses, and analysts frequently highlighted her growth as a more complete offensive leader while maintaining elite shooting confidence. | — |
| Teaira McCowan | Starter/Star (1.1) | 26.5 | Medium (1.1) | 11.3 | 9.6 | 1.1 | 2.2 | 58.52 | Dominant interior presence who anchored the paint through rebounding, post finishing, and rim protection. Indiana relied on her physicality to control the glass, while coverage around the team focused on her improved conditioning and ability to stay involved defensively for longer stretches. | — |
| Tiffany Mitchell | Starter/Star (1.1) | 27.3 | Medium (1.1) | 12.0 | 2.9 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 45.54 | Aggressive two-way wing who handled significant scoring responsibilities while taking difficult perimeter assignments. Her ability to attack closeouts and draw fouls gave Indiana another reliable creator when opponents focused defensive attention on Mitchell and the frontcourt. | — |
| Danielle Robinson | Starter/Star (1.1) | 27.5 | Medium (1.1) | 9.9 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 1.7 | 43.56 | Veteran point guard who provided pace, defensive pressure, and steady playmaking. Her value came from controlling tempo and getting teammates organized, with her experience helping stabilize Indiana’s backcourt during a season of roster changes. | — |
| Jessica Breland | Key Contributor (1.05) | 20.9 | Low (1.0) | 5.8 | 6.3 | 2.0 | 2.1 | 33.08 | Defensive-minded forward who impacted games through rebounding, versatility, and shot blocking. Her ability to protect the rim while also making passes from the frontcourt gave Indiana lineup flexibility despite a limited scoring role. | WNBA All-Star (2014), WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2018) |
| Lindsay Allen | Key Contributor (1.05) | 17.8 | Low (1.0) | 5.4 | 1.5 | 3.0 | 0.6 | 21.53 | Reserve guard who provided reliable ball handling and secondary creation. Her role was focused on keeping the offense organized, making simple reads, and giving Indiana another capable decision-maker alongside its primary scorers. | — |
| Victoria Vivians | Key Contributor (1.05) | 21.3 | Low (1.0) | 6.8 | 3.1 | 1.3 | 1.2 | 25.20 | Athletic wing returning to a larger role as a perimeter defender and spacing option. Her season involved rebuilding consistency after injury setbacks, with Indiana valuing her size and ability to guard multiple positions. | — |
| Jantel Lavender | Key Contributor (1.05) | 20.0 | Low (1.0) | 6.4 | 3.9 | 1.5 | 0.1 | 22.95 | Experienced frontcourt scorer who provided dependable minutes through post touches and mid-range offense. Her veteran presence helped balance Indiana’s younger rotation, though her role became more complementary next to McCowan’s interior workload. | WNBA All-Star (2015), WNBA Champion (2016) |
| Emma Cannon | Bench (1.0) | 18.3 | Low (1.0) | 6.9 | 4.5 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 25.99 | Physical reserve forward who earned minutes through toughness, rebounding, and energy plays. Her contributions came largely from competing around the basket and providing dependable frontcourt depth rather than being a featured offensive option. | — |
| Bernadett Hatar | Bench (1.0) | 15.1 | Low (1.0) | 4.9 | 2.6 | 0.3 | 0.8 | 17.20 | Tall interior option who gave Indiana additional size and rim protection in limited appearances. Her adjustment to the WNBA game centered on adapting to physical play and defensive positioning. | — |
| Kysre Gondrezick | Bench (1.0) | 9.1 | Low (1.0) | 1.9 | 1.0 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 8.40 | Young perimeter player used mainly for development and backcourt depth. Her minutes focused on gaining experience handling pressure and adjusting to professional defensive schemes. | — |
| Lauren Cox | Bench (1.0) | 8.6 | Low (1.0) | 1.4 | 2.0 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 8.60 | Developing frontcourt player whose role was built around length, defense, and rebounding instincts. Indiana continued working to find consistent opportunities for her skill set within a crowded interior rotation. | — |
| Aaliyah Wilson | Bench (1.0) | 8.5 | Low (1.0) | 1.1 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 5.80 | Reserve guard who provided energy minutes and perimeter depth. Her season was primarily about development and adjusting to the speed of professional competition. | — |
| Chelsey Perry | Bench (1.0) | 6.7 | Low (1.0) | 2.2 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 8.00 | Limited-minute forward used for additional spacing and frontcourt depth. Her role was primarily situational as Indiana managed a deep rotation. | — |
| Totals | — | 288.4 | — | 97.7 | 44.4 | 20.0 | 13.8 | 428.27 | Indiana’s 2021 season was built around Kelsey Mitchell’s scoring explosion and Teaira McCowan’s interior dominance. The Fever combined high-volume perimeter creation with strong rebounding and defensive versatility, while veteran guards and forwards provided stability around the younger core. | WNBA All-Star (2014), WNBA All-Star (2015), WNBA Champion (2016), WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2018) |