Sophie Cunningham threw out a wild card when the Indiana Fever asked players about the one food they’d absolutely never touch. The team video, posted Wednesday, had Cunningham dropping a bombshell: birthday cake was the first thing that came to mind. Yeah, you heard that right, birthday cake! Our girl isn’t a fan.
Cake’s Out… Or Is It?
Now, “never” is a strong word, and Cunningham knew it. Almost immediately, she talked herself right out of it, joking that she’d totally crush some cake if she were trying to bulk up. How hilariously practical is that? While some players have those hard-line, push-it-to-the-edge-of-the-plate foods, Cunningham’s answer screams personality. It’s not just a dislike, it’s a strategic food choice, baby! It was a wonderfully genuine moment, especially when you put it next to Caitlin Clark’s list, which included mushrooms and caviar. Clark even had a specific beef with restaurants piling on too much truffle. Cunningham’s confession was just pure, unadulterated Sophie. She seemed to realize in real time that she hadn’t found a food she’d *never* touch, and that made the whole thing even better.
Beyond the Batter: What This Means for the Fever
This funny little snack-time revelation gave Fever fans a much-needed mental break from all the playoff talk buzzing around the team. The Fever are coming off a strong 96-77 win over the Minnesota Lynx on Tuesday, and Cunningham was a key part of that W, dropping 11 points, including three clutch 3-pointers. That win was big, and now they’re set to face the Lynx again on Thursday in Minnesota for their regular-season finale. The postseason is right around the corner, and you know playoff position is still totally up for grabs. Cunningham’s take on birthday cake isn’t going to tell us how the Fever will handle the Lynx defense or what their playoff rotation will look like. But what it absolutely does show is the awesome personality behind one of Indiana’s most recognizable players.
So, if there’s a big Fever celebration coming up and someone brings a birthday cake, don’t you dare leave Sophie out. She might ask what else is on the menu first, sure. But she’s made it crystal clear: she could absolutely be persuaded to take a slice. The rematch with the Lynx on Thursday is huge, and we’ll be watching every second to see what unfolds as the Fever close out their regular season and gear up for the postseason push.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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