Three-Time WNBA Champion Natasha Howard Returns to Indiana Fever
Indianapolis, IN – the Indiana Fever announced today the signing of three-time WNBA champion Natasha Howard, bringing the versatile forward back to the team. Howard was originally drafted by the Fever in 2014.
“Natasha has been a top free agent target for us since day one,” said Fever General Manager and COO Amber Cox. “ In addition to being one of the most versatile forwards our league has ever seen, she is also a proven winner and will bring a great veteran presence to our locker room. Having worked with her the last two seasons,I came to admire her professionalism and approach to the game. She’s an incredible player and even better person and we are thrilled to welcome her back to the Fever.”
Howard expressed her excitement about returning to Indiana, stating, “I’m so thankful to God for leading me back to my home with the Indiana Fever. No matter the situation, when you believe and uplift, a great gift will be waiting for you. I’m excited to get back to Indiana to represent and share the love with those who believed in me from day one.”
This signing reunites Howard with Head Coach stephanie White, who was an assistant with the Fever in 2014 before becoming Head Coach in 2015.Together, they led the team to the 2015 WNBA Finals after reaching the Conference Finals the previous year, HowardS rookie season.
Howard is a decorated champion, winning three WNBA titles: two consecutively with the Minnesota Lynx (2017) and Seattle Storm (2018), and adding another with the Storm in 2020. She was recognized as the 2018 most Improved Player and earned All-WNBA first Team honors and the 2019 Defensive Player of the Year award.
Howard has also achieved notable success overseas, winning two Turkish League championships, two EuroLeague titles, the 2023 FIBA Europe SuperCup, and the 2024 Turkish Cup. Currently playing for Turkey’s Çukurova, she is averaging a team-leading 19.2 points per game and 10.8 rebounds.
Howard has also been selected as a WNBA All-Star twice (2019 and 2022).
What are Natasha Howard’s career achievements that make her a valuable addition to the Indiana Fever?
Three-Time WNBA Champion Natasha Howard Returns to Indiana fever
Indianapolis, IN – the Indiana Fever announced today the signing of three-time WNBA champion Natasha Howard, bringing the versatile forward back to the team. Howard was originally drafted by the Fever in 2014.
“Natasha has been a top free agent target for us since day one,” said fever general Manager and COO Amber Cox.“ Along with being one of the most versatile forwards our league has ever seen, she is also a proven winner and will bring a great veteran presence to our locker room. Having worked with her the last two seasons,I came to admire her professionalism and approach to the game. She’s an astonishing player and even better person and we are thrilled to welcome her back to the Fever.”
Howard expressed her excitement about returning to Indiana, stating, “I’m so thankful to God for leading me back to my home with the Indiana Fever. No matter the situation, when you believe and uplift, a great gift will be waiting for you. I’m excited to get back to Indiana to represent and share the love with those who believed in me from day one.”
This signing reunites Howard with Head Coach stephanie White, who was an assistant with the Fever in 2014 before becoming Head Coach in 2015.Together, they led the team to the 2015 WNBA Finals after reaching the Conference Finals the previous year, HowardS rookie season.
Howard is a decorated champion,winning three WNBA titles: two consecutively with the Minnesota Lynx (2017) and seattle Storm (2018),and adding another with the Storm in 2020. She was recognized as the 2018 most Improved Player and earned All-WNBA first Team honors and the 2019 Defensive Player of the Year award.
Howard has also achieved notable success overseas, winning two Turkish League championships, two EuroLeague titles, the 2023 FIBA Europe SuperCup, and the 2024 Turkish Cup. Currently playing for Turkey’s Çukurova,she is averaging a team-leading 19.2 points per game and 10.8 rebounds.
Howard has also been selected as a WNBA All-Star twice (2019 and 2022).
Q&A with Natasha Howard
**Q: What does returning to Indiana mean to you?**
A: It feels like coming home! Indiana was where my WNBA journey began, and the fans here have always been incredibly supportive. I’m excited to reconnect with them and contribute to the team’s success.
**Q: What are your goals for this upcoming season?**
A: My goal is to help the Fever make a deep playoff run and compete for a championship. This team has a lot of talent, and I believe we can achieve great things together.
**Q: What makes the WNBA so special?**
A: The WNBA is about more than just basketball. It’s a platform for empowering women and inspiring the next generation. We’re role models,and we take that obligation seriously
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