New Indiana Fever Player Didn’t Hesitate When Naming the Hardest Part About Joining The Team

Fever's New Recruit: Jet Lag the Only Obstacle

Indiana finds success amidst Caitlin Clark's absence, signing Australian forward Chloe Bibby to a seven-day contract.

The Indiana Fever have been riding high recently, securing two consecutive wins and pushing their 2025 WNBA season record to 14-12 during Caitlin Clark's absence. To fill the roster gap, the team brought in Australian forward Chloe Bibby on a temporary seven-day contract.

Bibby, a former Maryland standout, has already seen action with the Golden State Valkyries this year, playing in five games and averaging 11 minutes per contest. She made an immediate impact in her Indiana debut, contributing eight points, two rebounds, and one block in a victory over the Chicago Sky.

Crossing Continents for Victory: A Speedy Transition

Prior to joining the Fever, Bibby was leading the Australian national team to a gold medal at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup earlier this month. This global journey may have presented its own challenges.

When asked about the hardest part of settling in with the Fever during Tuesday's media availability, Bibby responded directly: "The jet lag, to be honest, that's probably it." She did admit to catching up on some much-needed sleep earlier in the week, stating, "Slept like 10 hours the other day, so I feel good."

Coach White Highlighting Bibby’s Impact

Fever coach Stephanie White praised Bibby during practice leading up to Sunday's win over Chicago. She highlighted Bibby's ability to stretch the floor, create space for teammates, and contribute as a shooter. White also emphasized the importance of integrating Bibby early into the lineup against the Sky's zone defense, stating, "Bringing in Chloe early and having four shooters around [Aliyah Boston] was important."