The 2026 WNBA postseason hasn't concluded yet, but some teams are already finding out about potential changes ahead of the 2027 season. That's especially true for the Indiana Fever. The team recently announced the departure of president Kelly Krauskopf, who has been with the organization in some capacity since 1999, and the firing of GM Amber Cox, who joined two years ago.
So far, it seems head coach Stephanie White will have her position next year. The team also has several players locked into key contracts. But Myisha Hines-Allen is an unrestricted free agent in 2027, and her role on the Fever has been up in the air since the 2026 season ended.
On October 24, Hines-Allen's offseason plans were confirmed: she will join the coaching staff at Monmouth in her home state of New Jersey. The role is pretty special; Hines-Allen will work as an assistant coach, and be a regular part of the 2026-27 season for the team's athletes. Hines-Allen will bring her 9 years of WNBA experience to the role, and will be able to impact the student-athletes she works with in a unique and powerful way.
While the decision seems to be a positive one for Hines-Allen, she so far hasn't shed light on any plans to definitely return to the WNBA. The Indiana Fever signed her to a salary of $315,000 for the 2026 season, and presumably she could get the same deal with the team if she returns next year. But it's entirely possible that at this point, Hines-Allen wants to see what else is out there for her in the world of basketball — and coaching is an incredible opportunity that not everyone gets to explore.
How this news potentially impacts the Fever remains to be seen. The team faces an especially expensive season next year no matter what; retaining Kelsey Mitchell will be pricey, and Caitlin Clark is eligible for the league's Exceptional Performance on Initial Contract (EPIC) contract extension, which could see her paid $1.3 million. Aliyah Boston is on a supermax contract until 2029, and the team is obligated to fulfill the terms of Makayla Timpson's $305,250 contract, Damiris Dantas' $288,600 deal, and Raven Johnson's $300,698 contract.
Hines-Allen's decision also doesn't directly impact the Fever in terms of money spent. If she returns, the team will likely offer her a deal similar to 2026. If she doesn't, they'll have to go find someone new — which seems to be the theme for the Indiana Fever these days.
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