How Indiana Fever Gave Out Two Historic Contracts In One Week
The Indiana Fever made history by signing Kelsey Mitchell to a supermax contract worth $1.4 million, marking the first time a player in franchise history will earn a seven-figure salary in a single season. This milestone comes alongside the team's broader financial growth, driven by the WNBA's new Collective Bargaining Agreement and increased salary cap. The move highlights the league's progress in player compensation, with Mitchell's earnings in one season surpassing her total income from her first eight years with the team.
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