Last Updated on August 7, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

The Indiana Fever 2022 were led by Kelsey Mitchell, whose scoring provided the team’s primary offensive threat, while NaLyssa Smith emerged as a key frontcourt contributor with strong rebounding and interior production. Victoria Vivians and Emily Engstler added complementary scoring and defensive support, and Danielle Robinson handled much of the playmaking. The Fever relied on their frontcourt strength and rebounding but struggled to generate consistent offensive efficiency across the roster.

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) 32.6 High (1.2) 18.4 1.9 4.2 1.1 64.42 Dynamic scoring guard who expanded her offensive responsibilities by adding more playmaking while remaining Indiana’s primary perimeter threat. Her quick release, off-ball movement, and ability to create difficult shots became the foundation of the Fever attack, with outside observers noting her growth as a more complete offensive engine. —
NaLyssa Smith Starter/Star (1.1) 30.7 High (1.2) 13.5 7.9 1.4 0.8 60.19 Athletic forward who became Indiana’s most consistent interior presence through rebounding, transition play, and face-up scoring. Her rookie season showed why scouts valued her versatility, as she could defend multiple frontcourt positions and provide energy on both ends despite inconsistent efficiency. WNBA All-Rookie Team (2022)
Victoria Vivians Starter/Star (1.1) 26.9 Medium (1.1) 9.8 3.6 2.4 1.4 42.24 Two-way wing who carried a major defensive workload while spacing the floor offensively. Indiana relied on her size, toughness, and willingness to take difficult perimeter assignments, even as she worked through shooting inconsistency after returning to a larger role. —
Queen Egbo Key Contributor (1.05) 21.8 Medium (1.1) 7.2 6.3 0.9 2.1 38.12 Defensive-minded rookie center who gave Indiana a physical presence around the rim. Her shot blocking and rebounding instincts stood out immediately, with coverage around the Fever highlighting her ability to protect the paint while learning the positioning demands of the professional game. WNBA All-Rookie Team (2022)
Danielle Robinson Key Contributor (1.05) 23.6 Medium (1.1) 7.4 2.9 3.8 0.9 32.60 Veteran point guard who provided stability, pace, and leadership in a young backcourt. Her ability to pressure the ball and organize possessions remained valuable, with Indiana using her experience to help younger guards adjust to WNBA-level decision making. —
Emily Engstler Key Contributor (1.05) 18.2 Low (1.0) 5.2 5.2 1.5 1.9 29.19 Energetic rookie forward who impacted games through versatility, rebounding, and defensive activity. Her ability to guard different positions and make hustle plays earned her rotation opportunities, while coaches valued her motor and willingness to do the less visible work. WNBA All-Rookie Team (2022)
Destanni Henderson Key Contributor (1.05) 16.4 Low (1.0) 5.3 1.6 2.5 0.9 21.63 Quick guard who provided scoring bursts and secondary playmaking in her rookie season. Her confidence attacking defenders and willingness to take perimeter shots gave Indiana another creator, although she was still developing consistency as a full-time organizer. —
Emma Cannon Bench (1.0) 14.3 Low (1.0) 7.0 3.2 0.5 0.7 22.80 Physical reserve forward who brought efficient interior scoring and rebounding whenever called upon. Her veteran approach helped stabilize bench units, with her value coming from toughness, screening, and smart positioning rather than high usage. —
Tiffany Mitchell Bench (1.0) 16.3 Low (1.0) 6.5 1.2 1.2 0.9 19.60 Experienced perimeter player who shifted into a smaller role while still contributing defensive effort and efficient scoring. Her ability to attack closeouts and provide reliable veteran minutes remained useful within Indiana’s changing rotation. —
Alanna Smith Bench (1.0) 12.9 Low (1.0) 4.3 2.7 0.6 1.6 18.40 Mobile frontcourt option who provided shooting range and defensive length in limited minutes. Her versatility allowed Indiana to experiment with different lineup combinations, particularly when needing more spacing from the frontcourt. —
Crystal Dangerfield Bench (1.0) 16.3 Low (1.0) 6.0 1.0 3.3 0.7 22.00 Creative guard who briefly added another ball handler to the rotation. Her ability to create offense off the dribble and make plays in pick-and-roll situations gave Indiana a different look in limited appearances. WNBA Rookie of the Year (2020)
Lexie Hull Bench (1.0) 12.8 Low (1.0) 3.8 1.5 0.7 0.7 13.40 Young wing developing as a defensive specialist and energy player. Her role centered on competing on the perimeter, moving without the ball, and learning how to contribute without needing offensive touches. —
Alaina Coates Bench (1.0) 9.4 Low (1.0) 3.5 2.0 0.3 0.7 13.00 Reserve center who provided interior depth and efficient finishing during limited opportunities. Her minutes were mainly focused on rebounding, physicality, and maintaining frontcourt size. —
Bria Hartley Bench (1.0) 8.7 Low (1.0) 2.5 1.0 1.0 0.1 9.20 Veteran guard used sparingly while returning to rhythm. Her role focused on providing perimeter experience and ball-handling depth when available. —
Khayla Pointer Bench (1.0) 5.8 Low (1.0) 2.2 0.8 0.2 0.2 6.80 Young guard who received limited developmental minutes. Her athleticism and defensive potential were the main reasons she earned opportunities in the rotation. —
Rennia Davis Bench (1.0) 5.7 Low (1.0) 1.1 1.1 0.1 0.3 5.20 Reserve wing working back into a professional role after injury setbacks. Her appearances were limited, but Indiana viewed her length and versatility as developmental assets. —
Totals — 288.1 — 95.7 42.2 23.0 15.6 416.40 Indiana’s 2022 season centered around Kelsey Mitchell’s scoring growth, NaLyssa Smith’s rookie interior impact, and a young group of versatile defenders. The Fever leaned heavily on development, athleticism, and increasing offensive responsibility for their emerging core. WNBA Rookie of the Year (2020), WNBA All-Rookie Team (2022)