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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Fever roster keeps growing.
Monday, the team officially announced the addition of former All-Defensive Team forward Brianna Turner. The Fever front office signed Turner in free agency after she spent last season with the Chicago Sky.
Turner was a first round pick from Notre Dame in 2019. She played her first five seasons with the Phoenix Mercury before going to Chicago. During her six-year career, she’s averaged 4.6 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.2 blocks, earning two All-Defensive Team honors in 2020 and 2021. She was also a part of the 2019 All-Rookie Team.
“I am ecstatic to join the Fever organization and compete for a championship. I was drawn to the team’s commitment to investing in women and providing the best professional atmosphere for success,” Turner said in a press release. “The front office and coaching staff have assembled a dynamic roster that I’m looking forward to learning from and growing with throughout the season. I can’t wait to arrive in Indy and get to work!”
During her 2020 season, Turner was the first WNBA player in history to record at least 10 points, 20 rebounds, five assists and four blocks in one game.
“Throughout her career, Brianna has established herself as an elite defender in the WNBA. She adds depth to our post rotation, bringing exceptional shot blocking and rebounding abilities to our team,” said Fever COO and General Manager Amber Cox in a release. “Brianna’s basketball IQ is off the charts, she plays with great pace and is another fantastic veteran presence for us, both on and off the court.”
Turner also helped the Fighting Irish win the 2018 NCAA National Championship, which was Notre Dame’s second national title in program history.
The Fever tip off the season against the Sky in Gainbridge Fieldhouse on May 17 at 1 p.m. Eastern.