Last Updated on August 2, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

The Indiana Fever 2010 were powered by Tamika Catchings, whose all-around impact anchored the team as its leading scorer, rebounder, playmaker, and defensive force. Katie Douglas supplied consistent perimeter scoring, while Briann January directed the offense and Ebony Hoffman strengthened the frontcourt with rebounding and interior play. The Fever relied on disciplined defense, balanced scoring, and efficient ball movement, with veteran contributors providing stability across the lineup.

HeatingUp Impact Index: Regular Season Team Impact Spotlight

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
Tamika Catchings Starter/Star (1.1) 31.4 High (1.2) 18.2 7.1 4.0 3.2 86.5 Two-way centerpiece for Indiana, Catchings carried major offensive responsibility while remaining the team’s defensive tone-setter. Her ability to create turnovers, defend multiple positions, and operate as a playmaking forward made her one of the league’s most complete players. WNBA All-Star (2010); WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2010); All-WNBA First Team (2010)
Katie Douglas Starter/Star (1.1) 29.8 High (1.2) 13.7 3.4 3.3 1.8 53.3 Douglas functioned as Indiana’s veteran perimeter stabilizer, providing spacing through accurate three-point shooting and secondary ball handling. Her willingness to defend opposing wings and make difficult perimeter shots gave the Fever a reliable late-game option. WNBA All-Star (2010)
Tammy Sutton-Brown Starter/Star (1.1) 25.7 Medium (1.1) 8.1 5.1 0.9 2.6 37.4 Sutton-Brown remained an important interior anchor with efficient finishing and strong shot-blocking instincts. Indiana depended on her positioning, rebounding, and ability to protect the paint behind an aggressive perimeter defense.
Ebony Hoffman Key Contributor (1.05) 24.0 Medium (1.1) 8.0 4.2 1.3 1.6 33.0 Hoffman gave Indiana a versatile forward option who could defend physical matchups and occasionally stretch the floor. Her value came from doing the less visible work, including rebounding, switching defensively, and filling gaps in the rotation.
Briann January Key Contributor (1.05) 21.9 Medium (1.1) 7.4 2.0 3.1 1.3 31.2 January continued developing as a two-way guard, bringing speed, ball pressure, and improved confidence as a creator. Her defensive intensity fit Indiana’s identity while her developing perimeter shot added another layer to the offense.
Tully Bevilaqua Key Contributor (1.05) 19.4 Low (1.0) 3.9 2.1 1.6 1.5 19.1 Bevilaqua served as a defensive specialist whose impact came from toughness and disruption rather than scoring. The veteran guard remained trusted for handling difficult perimeter assignments and maintaining defensive discipline.
Shay Murphy Bench (1.0) 14.7 Low (1.0) 5.1 4.1 1.5 0.6 22.6 Murphy provided athletic wing depth with rebounding effort and energy plays in reserve minutes. Her role was built around activity, though inconsistent shooting limited her offensive opportunities.
Jessica Davenport Bench (1.0) 14.2 Low (1.0) 7.4 2.8 0.5 1.2 23.8 Davenport gave Indiana efficient interior scoring in a reserve role, using her size and touch around the basket. She provided useful minutes as a backup center capable of finishing possessions and challenging shots.
Shavonte Zellous Bench (1.0) 15.5 Low (1.0) 5.9 2.1 1.3 1.0 20.6 Zellous brought athletic guard play off the bench, attacking the basket and providing defensive activity. Indiana viewed her as a developing perimeter piece who could inject energy into second-unit minutes. WNBA All-Rookie Team (2010)
Jessica Moore Bench (1.0) 13.1 Low (1.0) 3.1 2.1 0.4 0.3 11.8 Moore filled a reserve frontcourt role with physical defense and rebounding effort. Her contributions came mainly through reliable minutes against bigger lineups.
Jene Morris Bench (1.0) 7.8 Low (1.0) 2.9 0.6 0.5 0.4 8.8 Morris saw limited opportunities as a young guard but provided shooting ability and perimeter depth. Her minutes were primarily developmental within a veteran-heavy rotation.
Allie Quigley Bench (1.0) 6.0 Low (1.0) 2.0 0.3 0.3 1.0 7.2 Quigley played a small reserve role while adjusting to the professional level. Her early contributions came from perimeter skill and offensive awareness in limited minutes.
Joy Cheek Bench (1.0) 4.9 Low (1.0) 2.1 0.4 0.1 0.0 5.2 Cheek provided depth minutes as a young forward, focusing on energy and physical play when called upon. Her role remained limited within Indiana’s established rotation.
Indiana Fever Totals 87.8 34.5 17.2 18.5 Team statistical totals from listed players. Indiana’s 2010 regular season profile was defined by Catchings’ all-around dominance, Douglas’ perimeter leadership, and a defense-first roster built around versatility and pressure.

HeatingUp Impact Index: Playoff Team Impact Spotlight

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
Tamika Catchings Starter/Star (1.1) 35.7 High (1.2) 18.7 8.7 3.0 3.7 90.4 Indiana’s defensive anchor and primary creator, Catchings carried the playoff offense while taking on the toughest defensive assignments. Her combination of rebounding, transition pressure, and ability to create turnovers reflected the all-around impact that made her the Fever’s unquestioned leader. WNBA All-Star (2010); WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2010); All-WNBA First Team (2010)
Katie Douglas Starter/Star (1.1) 31.7 Medium (1.1) 11.7 3.0 3.3 1.6 42.8 Douglas operated as Indiana’s veteran perimeter stabilizer during the postseason, providing spacing and secondary playmaking alongside Catchings. Her willingness to defend physical wing scorers and make timely shots remained central to the Fever’s half-court offense. WNBA All-Star (2010)
Ebony Hoffman Key Contributor (1.05) 29.7 Medium (1.1) 11.0 4.7 1.3 2.0 42.1 Hoffman filled a versatile forward role, battling through difficult matchups while giving Indiana another player capable of stretching the floor. Her defensive activity and willingness to handle physical assignments helped the Fever maintain lineup flexibility.
Tammy Sutton-Brown Starter/Star (1.1) 30.0 Medium (1.1) 9.7 4.3 0.3 2.0 35.4 Sutton-Brown provided interior toughness through efficient post scoring and rim protection. Indiana depended on her experience against bigger front lines, using her positioning and defensive instincts to control the paint.
Briann January Key Contributor (1.05) 19.7 Low (1.0) 6.7 1.3 2.0 0.3 20.5 January brought athletic guard play off the bench, attacking gaps and applying pressure defensively. Her postseason role reflected Indiana’s confidence in her energy and development as a secondary ball handler.
Tully Bevilaqua Key Contributor (1.05) 22.0 Low (1.0) 5.3 0.7 1.3 0.7 17.9 Bevilaqua remained a specialist guard whose value came from defensive toughness and veteran composure. She was trusted in playoff minutes to disrupt opposing ball handlers and execute within Indiana’s system.
Jessica Davenport Bench (1.0) 15.3 Low (1.0) 7.0 5.3 0.0 2.0 28.6 Davenport gave Indiana strong interior production in limited playoff minutes, using her size to rebound and protect the rim. Her efficient scoring provided valuable depth when the Fever needed another frontcourt presence.
Shavonte Zellous Bench (1.0) 10.3 Low (1.0) 4.0 0.7 0.7 0.3 11.4 Zellous supplied athleticism in short stretches, attacking opportunities without requiring high usage. Indiana viewed her as a developing guard option capable of bringing pace and energy off the bench. WNBA All-Rookie Team (2010)
Jessica Moore Bench (1.0) 5.3 Low (1.0) 0.0 0.7 0.3 0.6 3.2 Moore played a limited reserve role during the postseason, contributing mostly through defensive effort and frontcourt depth. Her minutes were restricted by Indiana’s shortened playoff rotation.
Jene Morris Bench (1.0) 2.0 Low (1.0) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 Morris appeared briefly in the postseason and did not receive enough minutes to establish a larger role. She remained a depth guard option within Indiana’s rotation.
Indiana Fever Totals 84.1 29.4 12.9 13.2 Team statistical totals from listed players. Indiana’s playoff rotation revolved around Catchings’ two-way dominance, Douglas’ perimeter control, and a defense-first identity built around versatility and physicality.