Road games being invaded by opposing fans is a hot topic in the NBA right now after New York Knicks supporters made their presence felt at the Philadelphia 76ers’ Xfinity Mobile Arena during the playoffs. The WNBA has its own version of that phenomenon, as Indiana Fever fans have been turning heads and even caught the attention of legend Cynthia Cooper.
The new WNBA season has just begun, and Fever players can expect massive support from their fans whenever they are on the road if last season is any indication.
Cooper, one of the greatest WNBA players of all time, praised Fever supporters for their ability to take over road games.
“Anytime the Indiana Fever go on the road, it’s like they are playing home games,” she said in an interview with Tracy McGrady in the NBA legend’s podcast “Post Move.”
“They travel like that?” T-Mac asked as he tried to clear it up.
Cynthia Cooper-Dyke reacts on a call while coaching the Southern California Trojans in 2015Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Cooper responded with a resounding “Yes” and recalled how Caitlin Clark got fans on their feet with a basket, to the point that Cooper questioned whether she had unknowingly flown to Indiana.
She then acknowledged the new generation of players, saying they were very respectful toward her.
“At the end of the game, they came over and thank me for my sacrifice and thanked me for everything that I’ve done for the game,” the 63-year-old legend said.
“They really appreciate it so, you know, I’m feeling the love from the new generation.”
Cooper is considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time by Sports Illustrated. She spent her entire WNBA career with the Houston Comets, who are reportedly set to return by the 2027 season by taking over the Connecticut Sun franchise.
She won four straight championships with the Comets from 1997 to 2000 and earned Finals MVP honors in each title run. She also won two regular-season MVP awards. The Comets retired her No. 14 jersey in 2004.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on May 12, 2026, where it first appeared in the WNBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
