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‘You Do Have To Be a Little Bit Selfish’ – 3-Time WNBA Champion Approves Kelsey Mitchell’s Fever Admission Early Playoffs Exit

Kelsey Mitchell’s candid exit interview remarks about prioritizing her career in free agency have sparked broader discussion in the WNBA, with three-time champion Candace Parker offering her support. Parker, who played against Mitchell during her own Hall of Fame career, highlighted the guard’s loyalty to the Indiana Fever despite the team’s struggles—including a 6-28 record in Mitchell’s rookie season and multiple years of low win totals.

The duo discussed Mitchell’s journey, from playing in temporary venues like the Indiana Farmers Coliseum during arena renovations to finally reaching the playoffs in 2024. Parker acknowledged Mitchell’s right to focus on her own needs after nine seasons with the Fever, noting how priorities shift as players advance in their careers.

Mitchell’s 2026 campaign was her most dominant yet, setting a franchise record with 24.7 points per game and breaking the WNBA’s single-season scoring mark with 1,086 points. The conversation underscored the guard’s resilience, from early losses to recent success, as she prepares to weigh her future in a high-stakes free agency.

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