Sophie Cunningham opens Season 2 of Beyond Basketball

Her 43.4% from three ranks second in the WNBA

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 171 min read

"Embrace what makes you different than everyone else because that's going to be your biggest superpower. Being you is wh Via @IndianaFever on X

What happened: Sophie Cunningham opened the second season of Beyond Basketball by framing individuality as a competitive edge and tying it to success.

Why it matters: The release keeps Sophie Cunningham in the conversation beyond game nights as postseason attention rises across the league. It also extends the profile of a player whose 2026 season has already fueled Sixth Player chatter.

By the numbers: Cunningham is shooting 43.4% from three this season, a mark that ranks second in the WNBA, and she has scored in double figures in 17 games.

What to watch: Watch for additional episodes during the postseason and for whether Cunningham's on-court role keeps feeding her awards case.

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