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06-07-2025
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Indiana Fever Player on Temporary Leave Reacts to New Post From WNBA Team
Indiana Fever Player on Temporary Leave Reacts to New Post From WNBA Team originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Indiana Fever have been highly successful as of late, heading into a matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks. Advertisement Indiana has won three straight games, defeating the Minnesota Lynx in the Commissioner's Cup Championship during their run. While the Fever await the return of their biggest star, Caitlin Clark, who is currently working through a groin injury, they are also waiting for Damiris Dantas to return to the lineup. Dantas is currently playing overseas with the Brazilian national team. She's participating in the AmeriCupW, looking to help Brazil in their position for the World Cup and the Olympics. On Saturday, Dantas took to social media, sharing her response to the Fever's new post. Indiana posted Dantas' stats from Dantas' latest game against Team Mexico. Advertisement Damiris Dantas, Instagram Damiris Dantas, Instagram During the win over Team Mexico, Damiris Dantas posted 24 points, six rebounds and four assists per game. She was also effective on the defensive end, notching three steals in the game for Team Brazil. Dantas has helped Team Brazil for years, producing quality numbers during the AmeriCupW. The Fever forward has been playing professional basketball since 2010 with COC/Jundai. Indiana Fever forward Damiris Dantas (12) and Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8). © Grace Smith/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Damiris Dantas is currently working through her second season with the Indiana Fever. During the 2025 season with the Fever, Dantas has posted 5.0 points, 2.8 rebounds and 0.5 assists per game. Dantas last hit the floor for the Fever on June 25. Advertisement While Indiana awaits the return of Dantas, they have relied on Aliyah Boston. Natasha Howard and even rookie Makayla Timpson during their win streak over the Minnesota Lynx, Dallas Wings and Las Vegas Aces. Related: Sophie Cunningham Sends Message to Aliyah Boston After New Post on Friday Related: Caitlin Clark Reacts to Sophie Cunningham's Physical Appearance at Fever Practice This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
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03-07-2025
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WNBA Player on Temporary Leave Receives Message From Indiana Fever
WNBA Player on Temporary Leave Receives Message From Indiana Fever originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Indiana Fever are looking to continue their success after winning back-to-back games without Caitlin Clark. Advertisement Indiana's star guard is out of the lineup for their next matchup, set to miss her third straight game and eighth game of the season. During the Fever's first season with head coach Stephanie White, Clark has been plagued with injuries. Indiana has also dealt with the departure of Damiris Dantas, who left the team for an overseas commitment, playing in the 2025 FIBA Women's EuroBasket with the Brazilian National Team. While the Fever were going about the season, Dantas was making history overseas. Dantas became the second all-time leading scorer in AmeriCupW. At this point in her career with Team Brazil, Dantas had scored 401 points. Advertisement "HISTORY MADE," posted the AmeriCupW social media account. "🇧🇷✨Damiris Dantas is now the 2nd all-time leading scorer in #AmeriCupW." The Fever then took to social media, reacting to the historic news on Dantas. "TOO TOUGH DD," the Indiana Fever responded. View the original article to see embedded media. Damiris Dantas has been playing professional basketball since 2010. Before her time in the WNBA, Dantas previously played with Real Celta Vigo, Maranhao, Ourinhos and Americans. She's also spent time with the Minnesota Lynx and Atlanta Dream during her time in the WNBA. Dantas' career with the Brazilian National Team includes two gold medals and two bronze medals in the AmeriCup. Advertisement Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White. Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images During her second season with the Indiana Fever, Damiris Dantas has posted 5.0 points, 2.8 rebounds and 0.5 assists per game. Related: Patrick Mahomes Receives Unfortunate News on Monday Related: WNBA Reacts to Caitlin Clark's Sideline Moment During Indiana Fever Game This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
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01-07-2025
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Indiana Fever Player on Temporary Leave Earns Praise From Team
Indiana Fever Player on Temporary Leave Earns Praise From Team originally appeared on Athlon Sports. It isn't just Caitlin Clark who has been out of action for the Indiana Fever of late. They are also missing the services of veteran center-forward Damiris Dantas, who is currently away on international duty. Advertisement Dantas has been representing Brazil at the 2025 FIBA Women's AmeriCup in Santiago, Chile, where she has been a driving force for the national squad. On Monday, Dantas led Brazil to their second win of the tournament, this time taking down Canada, 74-65. Dantas stepped it up for the national squad in this one yet again, which prompted a strong reaction from the Fever on social media. "DD delivered in the second game of #AmeriCupW play 😈🇧🇷 Damiris Dantas led all scorers in Brazil's 74-65 win over Canada," the team posted on Instagram. As indicated in the post, Dantas turned in a 20-point, 14-rebound double-double in 37 minutes of action against Canada. Through two games, the 6-foot-4 center-forward is averaging a tournament-best 22.0 points and 10.5 rebounds per contest. Advertisement Brazil will be back in action on Tuesday as they battle the Dominican Republic in Group A, and Dantas will be looking to keep her foot on the gas for that one. Another win for them will virtually guarantee a spot in the knockout stage, where they will likely face off against the third- or fourth-placed team in Group B. Damiris Dantas of the Indiana Fever during a game. Christine Tannous/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images This only means that Dantas will be away from the Fever for an even longer period. It is clear, however, that Indiana is supporting her in her international endeavor wholeheartedly. Related: Fever Coach Stephanie White Yields to Caitlin Clark on All-Star Decision Related: Indiana Fever Guard Angered by WNBA's Expansion Decision Related: Controversy Follows Caitlin Clark's All-Star Voting Result This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
