The Indiana Fever are reportedly firing general manager Amber Cox, according to The Athletic reporter Annie Costabile, who cited multiple sources with knowledge of the decision.
The reported move comes just hours after the organization announced that team president Kelly Krauskopf is stepping down, raising significant questions about the Fever’s leadership structure heading into a pivotal offseason.
As of publication, the team has not publicly confirmed Cox’s reported firing.
Another Major Change for the Indiana Fever
Cox’s reported departure would represent another significant change for a franchise looking to take the next step after consecutive playoff appearances.
Krauskopf’s departure was officially announced Friday, October 23, by Pacers Sports & Entertainment. She returned to the Fever in 2024 as president of basketball and business operations after previously helping establish and lead the franchise.
During her latest tenure, Indiana reached the WNBA semifinals in 2025 and returned to the playoffs in 2026. The Fever’s season ended with a first-round series loss to the Las Vegas Aces.
Now, with two major front-office developments emerging on the same day, the organization faces questions about who will lead its basketball operations moving forward.
What Does This Mean for Caitlin Clark and the Fever?
The timing is particularly important for a franchise built around the continued development of Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston.
Indiana has made progress over the past two seasons, but the organization still has work to do to turn its recent playoff appearances into a championship run.
The upcoming offseason presents several important decisions, including roster construction, player retention and determining the leadership group responsible for shaping the team’s future.
Kelsey Mitchell’s contract situation is another key storyline, with the veteran guard approaching unrestricted free agency. Retaining key talent while improving the roster will be an important consideration for Indiana’s next basketball operations leadership.
The Fever must also navigate Boston’s recovery after she underwent surgery to repair a lateral meniscus injury in her right knee, announced by the team on October 15.
How the organization approaches these decisions could help shape its competitive outlook for the 2027 WNBA season.
Who Will Lead Indiana’s Basketball Operations?
If Cox’s reported firing is confirmed, Indiana will need clarity about its front-office leadership and who will oversee the franchise’s next roster-building decisions.
The team has not yet announced a replacement for Cox or outlined a succession plan following Krauskopf’s departure.
For now, the reported shake-up leaves the Fever facing an important offseason with questions surrounding both leadership and the roster.
Sneaker Shop Talk will continue to follow this story as additional details emerge.
Source: Annie Costabile of The Athletic
Additional reporting: Indiana Fever’s official announcement on Kelly Krauskopf.
This story will be updated if the Fever officially confirms Cox’s reported departure or announces further front-office changes.
