Fever extend Powers’ hardship stint to a second seven-day deal
The Indiana Fever announced Saturday morning that they have signed veteran guard Aerial Powers to a second seven-day hardship contract, keeping her with the team for at least another week. Powers joined on the initial seven-day deal last Sunday and has averaged 5.3 points on 33.3% shooting, 33.3% from three, and 66.7% at the free-throw line, along with 6.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 0.7 steals in 17:42 per game across three appearances.
Powers’ best performance with Indiana came Friday against the Sparks, when she totaled nine points, six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 15 minutes to help the Fever pull out a 76-75 victory.
The extended stay for Powers adds guard depth as Indiana continues to navigate through a stretch of important games. The team has also been managing the absence of franchise cornerstone and former Hawkeye legend Caitlin Clark, who is continuing rehab from a nagging right groin injury that has kept her out of the past 17 contests.
If Powers remains with the Fever beyond seven days, she will be eligible to play in the next three games: August 31 at Golden State, September 2 at Phoenix, and September 5 vs. Chicago.
Outlook and notes
– The move gives Indiana extra depth at the guard position as the team balances minutes and rotations down the stretch.
– Clark’s return to health remains a key storyline for the Fever, with Powers providing veteran presence and additional scoring and rebounding off the bench in the interim.
– The next three games will test how the extended lineup options translate on the floor.
Summary
Indiana extended Aerial Powers’ hardship contract to a second week, hoping to maintain guard depth while Caitlin Clark recovers, with Powers contributing value in limited minutes and flashing potential to impact several late-season matchups.
Note: Positive outlook rather than a negative sentiment.