this Indiana Fever There are several questions that need to be addressed this offseason, especially regarding the future of the Big Three. Kelsey Mitchell has been an integral part of this team and is viewed as one of the keys to its success after being named an All-Star in 2024 Women’s National Basketball League season.

Due to the uncertainty about Mitchell’s future, the team management decided to give Mitchell a core position. The decision went down well in the WNBA, with the Las Vegas Aces reportedly going with Kelsey Plum and the Dallas Wings going with Sato Satou Sabally made this decision together.

The core qualifying offer solidifies the Fever’s exclusive negotiating rights with Mitchell. She has a guaranteed supermax offer of $249,000 through the 2025 season. The 2016 WNBA champions would get something in return if they decided to part ways with her, or could use her to open negotiations for a potential Sato Sabally trade.

Mitchell has been with the Eastern Conference team for seven years after being selected with the second overall pick in the 2018 WNBA draft. A back-to-back All-Star, she was one of the offseason’s most notable names, but her exit from the frenzy wasn’t as easy as expected.

Fever president makes clear statement on Kelsey Mitchell’s plans

After forming a great duo with them Caitlin ClarkKelsey Mitchell confirmed she is one of the most valuable players on the roster. They averaged 19.3 points per game in 2024, and many fans are calling for her to stay after the 2024 season. Team president Kelly Krauskopf has made it clear that keeping Mitchell on the roster is a priority.

“I don’t think there’s any other team she could go to that would better maximize her skills. I mean, she’s having her best year in the backcourt with Kaitlin Clark, and I think they’re probably the best Dynamic duo,” Krauskopf told IndyStar on January 9.

Indiana is already one of the most interesting teams in the 2024 WNBA season. If they keep Mitchell and add Sato Sabally, their chances of making the playoffs will be greatly improved. Even Kelsey Plumb has been named as a potential player to join Clark & ​​Co., but there’s still a long way to go before free agency ends.