Even with CBA negotiations unresolved and league business on hold, the Indiana Fever can’t afford to stand still ahead of the 2026 season. That's because the franchise will face rapid decisions upon the eventual start of the offseason. With the establishment of two new expansion franchises, the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire, the pressure will be high on how teams proceed with molding their rosters and the Fever must prepare for expansion drafts and free agency simultaneously. The goal is simple: build around the foundation featuring All-Stars Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell. Despite the WNBA being stalled, many elite players are in action in Miami for Unrivaled. And since the 3-on-3 league started its second season in January, Fever fans have had their eyes set on one potential free agent: forward Azura Stevens. Stevens currently plays for the Los Angeles Sparks and has played alongside two members of the Fever throughout Unrivaled, Lexie Hull with Rose BC and now Kelsey Mitchell with Hiv