Indiana Fever Look to Break Playoff Drought in 2024

Years of Struggles

The Indiana Fever, once a perennial playoff contender, have endured a six-year absence from the postseason. Their last appearance came in 2016, when they were eliminated in the first round. Since then, the Fever have struggled to find consistency, finishing near the bottom of the WNBA standings.

Reasons for Hope

Despite their recent struggles, there are reasons for optimism in Indianapolis. The Fever have a young and talented roster, led by reigning Defensive Player of the Year Aaliyah Boston. They also have a new head coach in Marianne Stanley, who is known for her defensive acumen.

Under Stanley, the Fever are expected to be a more competitive team on the defensive end. They have also added some key pieces in the offseason, including forward Breanna Stewart, who is a three-time WNBA champion.

If the Fever can put it all together, they have the potential to be a playoff contender in 2024. They will need to stay healthy and avoid the injuries that have plagued them in recent years. But if they can do that, they could make a run at their first playoff berth since 2016.