Lindsay Burke

Lindsay Burke

Joined: Jan 24, 2026

Lindsay Burke covers women’s basketball for Indiana Fever On SI and Women’s Fastbreak On SI. She graduated from Purdue University Fort Wayne with a Bachelor's Degree in journalism and a minor in media production. Early in her career she covered ECHL hockey, the NFL and college football and has since expanded her expertise to the WNBA and the Fever franchise.

Indiana Fever forward Makayla Timpson (21) celebrates Thursday, April 30, 2026, during the second half of a preseason game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Dallas Wings defeated the Indiana Fever, 95-80.

Apr 30, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) celebrates a made shot in the first half against the Dallas Wings at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Jun 27, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) and Dallas Wings center Li Yueru (28) in action during the game between the Dallas Wings and the Indiana Fever at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

The Indiana Fever huddle up Saturday, May 2, 2026, during the first half of a preseason game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Apr 30, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Fever guard Raven Johnson (3) dribbles the ball in the second half against the Dallas Wings at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Analysis

Breaking down who will have the biggest impact for the newly expanded Indiana Fever bench.

Jul 15, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull (10) reacts after her three point basket against the Connecticut Sun in the first quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Injuries

Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White spoke to the media ahead of the Indiana Fever's final preseason game providing a status update on guard Lexie Hull.

Aug 31, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White talks to media members before the game against the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Injuries

The Indiana Fever appear to already be facing injuries early on in preseason, including to their second round pick Justine Pissott.

Apr 25, 2026; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Indiana Fever players huddle before the start of the first half against the New York Liberty at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Indiana Fever's new-look roster comes with some questions to be answered by the start of the 2026 WNBA season.

May 22, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) in action against the Atlanta Dream in the first half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Injuries

The Indiana Fever already have a lengthy injury report heading into their first preseason game, but it isn't as alarming as it seems.

Jun 14, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) and Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull (10) celebrate Saturday, June 14, 2025, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Grace Smith-Imagn Images

News

The Indiana Fever's schedule brings on several intriguing matchups in 2026.

Indiana Fever's Aliyah Boston (7), Caitlin Clark (22) and Kelsey Mitchell (0) take a photo before the 2025 WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

News

The Indiana Fever locked in veteran Kelsey Mitchell for at least one more season thanks to several strong bonds.

Aug 17, 2025; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) and Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull (10) warm up before the start of the game against the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Indiana Fever made some necessary moves this off-season giving them more options for a stronger starting rotation.

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) claps her hands in excitement with Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) on Sunday, July 13, 2025, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

The core of the Indiana Fever could be frontrunners for WNBA MVP.

Aug 31, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White before the game against the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White spoke on the team's success in free agency making them serious contenders in 2026.

Aug 7, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) reacts against the Phoenix Mercury during an WNBA game at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Indiana Fever are bringing back enforcer Sophie Cunningham, further solidifying the team's commitment to make a deep run this season.

May 24, 2025; College Park, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Dream guard Maya Caldwell (33) plays defense against Dallas Wings guard Tyasha Harris (52) during the first quarter at Gateway Center Arena at College Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images

The Indiana Fever have now added a solid backup to play behind star guard Caitlin Clark bringing them closer to a complete roster.