The Indiana Fever have bolstered their roster by selecting Yvonne Ejim, Gonzaga University’s all-time leading scorer, with the 33rd overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft. Ejim, a 6-foot-1 forward, concluded her collegiate career with 2,385 points and 1,140 rebounds, setting new records for both scoring and rebounding at Gonzaga. Her senior season was particularly impressive, averaging 20.7 points, 9.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.0 blocks per game.
Ejim’s accolades include being named the West Coast Conference (WCC) Player of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year in both 2024 and 2025, as well as earning the Becky Hammon Mid-Major Player of the Year award in 2024. Her consistent performance and leadership on the court have made her a standout player, and her addition to the Fever is expected to bring depth and versatility to the team’s frontcourt.
Joining Ejim on the Fever is Caitlin Clark, the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer, who was selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the same draft. Clark’s remarkable college career at Iowa included breaking Pete Maravich’s long-standing scoring record, finishing with 3,951 points. Her exceptional passing ability and court vision are anticipated to complement Ejim’s scoring and rebounding prowess, potentially forming a dynamic duo for the Fever.
The pairing of Clark and Ejim signifies a strategic move by the Indiana Fever to rebuild and strengthen their team with top-tier talent. As both players transition to the professional level, their collegiate achievements and skills set high expectations for their impact in the WNBA. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how this new partnership unfolds on the court.
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