The Indiana Fever are wasting no time building a championship-caliber roster around Caitlin Clark. In a stunning move that’s already sending shockwaves through the WNBA, the team has officially signed rising star Lucy Olsen, adding a major new weapon to help push the franchise toward a 2025 WNBA Finals run.

Olsen, one of the most dynamic guards in recent college basketball, brings elite scoring ability, relentless defense, and a fiery competitive edge that could immediately transform the Fever’s backcourt. Known for her explosive first step and fearless approach to the rim, she averaged over 23 points per game in her final NCAA season — and now, she’s bringing that same intensity to Indiana.

“This is a game-changer,” one league insider said shortly after the announcement. “Pairing Lucy Olsen with Caitlin Clark gives the Fever one of the most dangerous backcourts in the WNBA. It’s a statement that Indiana isn’t just thinking about the playoffs — they’re thinking about a title.”

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The Fever’s front office echoed that sentiment in a press release confirming the signing. “We are thrilled to welcome Lucy to the Indiana Fever family,” the team said. “Her talent, energy, and competitive spirit align perfectly with our vision for this team. With Lucy joining our core, we believe we’re positioned to contend for a championship in 2025.”

For Caitlin Clark, the addition of Olsen is more than just roster depth — it’s the perfect complement to her game. While Clark dazzles as a scorer and facilitator from deep, Olsen thrives in attacking lanes, finishing through contact, and applying constant pressure on opposing defenses. Together, they could become one of the league’s most balanced and lethal guard duos.

Fans are already buzzing online, calling the move “the missing piece” Indiana needed after their heartbreaking playoff exit. Many believe Olsen’s tenacity and versatility could be exactly what the Fever lacked in clutch moments last season.

“I love this signing,” one fan wrote on social media. “Clark needed a partner in the backcourt who can create her own shot and take pressure off her. Olsen is that and more.”

The Fever’s front office has made it clear they’re going all-in. With Aliyah Boston anchoring the paint, Clark orchestrating the offense, and now Olsen injecting a new level of aggression and scoring punch, Indiana is positioning itself as a true title contender.

“I’m beyond excited to get to work,” Olsen said during her first media appearance as a Fever player. “This team has so much talent and heart. I’m here to do whatever it takes to help us win a championship.”

The road to the 2025 Finals won’t be easy — with powerhouses like the Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty still standing in the way — but Indiana’s latest move signals one thing clearly: they’re done playing underdog. With Caitlin Clark entering her sophomore season hungry for more and Lucy Olsen now by her side, the Fever’s future just got a whole lot brighter.