Sophie Cunningham is heating up both on and off the court. The Indiana Fever star, already a fan favorite across the WNBA, recently turned up the temperature with a stunning beach photo shoot for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, sharing sizzling bikini shots on Instagram that have fans buzzing.

At 6-foot-1, the guard is known for her tenacity as an enforcer on the hardwood, but she's also building an impressive portfolio beyond basketball. Cunningham has become one of the league's most marketable athletes, locking in major endorsement deals with Adidas, Arby's, and Quest Nutrition—a testament to her growing influence in sports and lifestyle.

The 29-year-old's popularity has skyrocketed, especially after last season when she embraced a gritty, physical role that made her a key piece of Indiana's championship aspirations. The Fever entered the 2026 season as title favorites, adding veteran experience and rookie guard Raven Johnson to an already stacked roster.

However, it's been a rocky start. Indiana fell 107-104 to the Dallas Wings on Saturday, struggling defensively as Dallas shot an eye-popping 59.1% from the field. Cunningham recorded just three points, four rebounds, and three assists in 25 minutes, while teammates Kelsey Mitchell, Aliyah Boston, and Caitlin Clark carried the scoring load but couldn't contain Arike Ogunbowale, Odyssey Sims, and Paige Bueckers.

The Fever are looking to bounce back Wednesday night when they face the Los Angeles Sparks at Crypto.com Arena. Tip-off is set for 10:30 p.m. ET in a nationally-televised showdown, with Indiana hungry for their first win of the season.

Whether she's turning heads in a bikini or locking down on defense, Sophie Cunningham is proving she's a star who shines just as bright on the beach as she does on the court.