Caitlin Clark’s Powerful Message to Kelsey Mitchell Amid Free Agency Speculation

With the star power of Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell, and Aaliyah Boston, the Indiana Fever had their best season since the legendary Tamika Catchings was still on the court. The team finished the 2024 season with a balanced 20-20 record, and for the first time in over five years, they held a winning record during a significant portion of the final stretch. Even more impressive, they made their first playoff appearance in eight years.

As the season wrapped up, Kelsey Mitchell took to social media on Monday to reflect on her journey, sharing 20 heartfelt photos of her and her teammates. “I got low,” Mitchell wrote in her post, adding, “Shed tears nobody saw. Got my back dirty just to make it through. All my cards on the table, trusted God to save myself, guaranteed my best, willing and able, forever dying on my own sword.”

Among the many who responded to her emotional post was Caitlin Clark, who had played alongside Mitchell and Boston in the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game in Phoenix, Arizona. “Proud of ya,” Clark commented, adding a heart emoji in support.

The season came to a close for the Fever following a Game 2 loss to the Connecticut Sun in the first round of the WNBA playoffs. Now, all eyes are on Mitchell as her three-year, $618,000 contract has expired, making her a free agent. As one of the veteran leaders of the team, Mitchell has been crucial to Indiana’s resurgence. In the 2024 season, the 28-year-old guard averaged 19.2 points per game—tying with Clark for the team’s highest—and also contributed 2.5 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game.

Retaining Mitchell should be a top priority for the Fever in the offseason, as she’s proven to be a vital part of their success. The support from Clark, along with her impressive stats and leadership, only solidifies her importance to the team moving forward. As Mitchell’s free agency looms, it remains to be seen where she will end up, but her role in Indiana’s rise makes her a player to watch.