Injury Crisis Deepens for Indiana Fever as Colson and Cunningham Exit Loss to Sun

The Indiana Fever’s struggles on the court took a grim turn on Friday night as they faced off against the Connecticut Sun, the league’s last remaining winless team. In a closely contested matchup that ended with an 85-83 defeat, the Fever were dealt a double blow when both Sydney Colson and Sophie Cunningham were forced to leave the game due to injuries.

Colson, who was stepping into the starting lineup in place of the sidelined Caitlin Clark, exited the game in the first quarter after sustaining a leg injury. The incident occurred with just under 90 seconds left in the quarter when Colson was driving to the basket. In a scramble for the ball, Sun guard Jacy Sheldon inadvertently rolled onto Colson’s leg, prompting immediate concern from the Fever’s medical staff. Although Colson attempted to stay in the game, she ultimately hobbled off to the locker room shortly after halftime, leaving the Fever without a key playmaker.

Cunningham’s misfortune struck in the fourth quarter when she rolled her ankle while contesting a rebound. After showing visible signs of pain, she was unable to return to the action, further depleting an already thin roster. The specifics regarding the severity of both players’ injuries remain unclear, as Fever head coach Stephanie White did not provide an update post-game.

“It’s tough,” coach White lamented. “We’re already dealing with a lot of injuries, and it’s frustrating to see two more players go down. But we have to keep pushing forward.”

The Fever’s injury list continues to grow, with star rookie Caitlin Clark already sidelined with a quad injury, leaving Indiana in a precarious position as they navigate through the season. The team’s depth will certainly be tested in the coming weeks as they look to regroup after this latest setback.

Despite the loss to a Connecticut team that had been searching for its first victory, the Fever fought valiantly, demonstrating resilience in the face of adversity. However, their inability to close out the game ultimately cost them, as they fell short of what could have been a much-needed win.

As the Fever prepare for their next matchup, all eyes will be on the status of Colson and Cunningham. The team will be hoping for swift recoveries as they look to turn their fortunes around in a challenging season.