Overview

• Cunningham said on her podcast that she is taking time away from the league, has not watched the WNBA Finals, and returned to her parents' home in Missouri after exit interviews.
• She tore the MCL in her right knee on Aug. 17, underwent surgery, and says she has near full range of motion and is beginning to lift weights.
• Cunningham acknowledged she removed her cast and brace without a doctor's order but was told at a checkup that her recovery looks very good.
• She reiterated sharp critiques of WNBA leadership and officiating, later saying she regrets her language rather than the substance, and said she was not fined.
• Entering the offseason as an unrestricted free agent, she has expressed interest in returning to Indiana after a Fever season marred by five season-ending injuries, including Caitlin Clark.