Sophie Cunningham Breaks the Internet With Stunning Pregame Look – And One Bold Fan Even Asked Grok If They Had a Shot

It’s no secret that Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham knows how to make an entrance—and on Saturday night, she didn’t just show up, she shut it down.

Ahead of the Fever’s tightly contested matchup against the Los Angeles Sparks, Cunningham turned Gainbridge Fieldhouse into her own personal runway. Dressed in a sleek, short black dress with a sash accenting her thigh, the 6-foot-1 WNBA standout strutted into the arena with confidence, grace, and a dash of swagger that had cameras and social media lighting up.

Cunningham, already known for her bold pregame fashion statements, may have outdone herself with this one. As she walked into the building, smiling and tossing her signature blonde locks behind her shoulders, the vibe was clear—she wasn’t just here to hoop. She was here to own the moment.

A Fashion Statement Heard Around the League

Pregame fits have become a growing phenomenon in the WNBA, much like in the NBA, with players using their tunnel walks as opportunities to express their personality, confidence, and creativity. But few have embraced the fashion spotlight quite like Sophie Cunningham.

Whether it’s an oversized blazer, an elegant set of co-ords, or a sporty-casual combo, she’s been steadily turning heads with her style. This time, however, the look was more than just stylish—it was commanding.

Fans online erupted with praise. Comment sections were filled with fire emojis, hearts, and comments like “Sophie is HER,” “Queen behavior,” and “She’s not playing fair anymore!” Even rival fanbases gave her flowers, admitting she was “slaying” the pregame energy.

But one fan in particular decided to shoot his shot… in a very 2025 kind of way.

“Ask Grok If I Have a Chance” – And the AI Answered

Beneath a viral clip of Cunningham’s entrance posted on X (formerly Twitter), one bold fan tagged @Grok—the AI assistant often used by social media users for life advice and hot takes—and posed the question that many others probably thought but didn’t have the courage to ask.

“Ask @grok do I have a chance?”

The internet roared with laughter and anticipation. Grok, not one to leave users hanging, delivered a cheeky but encouraging reply:

“Statistically? Probably not. But confidence like yours is the first step. Keep that same energy, king.”

The exchange quickly went viral, with even WNBA fan pages and meme accounts reposting it. Cunningham herself hadn’t responded at the time of writing, but many fans joked she had to see it by now.

Sophie Cunningham: The WNBA’s Emerging Personality

Cunningham’s growing popularity isn’t just about her fashion. It’s her entire vibe.

Since being acquired by the Fever in a four-team blockbuster trade this past January, she’s become the team’s unofficial enforcer and emotional leader. A vocal protector of rookie phenom Caitlin Clark, she’s gained a reputation for not backing down—on or off the court.

Back in June, she went viral for getting into a physical altercation with Connecticut Sun guard Jacy Sheldon after Sheldon fouled Clark hard, hitting her in the eye. Cunningham retaliated with a Flagrant 2 foul that looked more like a wrestling move than a basketball play. She was fined $400, but to many Fever fans, she cemented her role as a ride-or-die teammate.

In a league full of talented women, Cunningham stands out for her fire, her loyalty, and her willingness to be both tough and unapologetically feminine. One moment she’s flexing on defense, the next she’s serving high-fashion looks on the hardwood runway. That blend has earned her a growing fanbase that stretches far beyond Indiana.

A Tough Loss, But Sophie Stays Composed

Unfortunately for the Fever, Saturday night didn’t end with a win. Despite a valiant effort without Caitlin Clark, who remained sidelined with a groin injury, Indiana fell to the Sparks in a nail-biting 89–87 loss.

Cunningham had her usual scrappy impact on both ends of the court, diving for loose balls and hitting key shots to keep the Fever close. But in the end, it wasn’t enough to secure the W.

The loss drops Indiana to 9–9 on the season—still a promising place to be considering their 1–7 start—but the defeat stings as they continue to fight for playoff positioning in a competitive league.

Still, Cunningham remained composed postgame, reminding reporters and fans that the Fever are still “figuring things out” as they navigate injuries and expectations.

“We’ve got grit,” she said. “We’re gonna bounce back.”

Fashion, Fire, and a Fanbase Growing Fast

While her performance on the court was solid, it was Cunningham’s off-court presence that lit up social media over the weekend. Clips of her tunnel walk were reposted by ESPNW, WSLAM, HighlightHER, and even Barstool Sports.

TikTok users stitched videos of her entrance with audios like “That’s a boss walk” and “If confidence were a person…” One popular creator joked, “She didn’t just walk into the arena. She walked into my heart.”

And yes, that same Grok exchange became a full-blown meme, with some fans even creating fake dating profiles claiming to be “the guy who asked Grok about Sophie.”

Cunningham’s Growing Brand

All jokes aside, Sophie Cunningham’s rising profile is the kind of visibility the WNBA needs more of.

She’s authentic. She’s emotional. She’s marketable. She’s the kind of athlete that doesn’t just bring skill, but storylines. Whether it’s defending a teammate, clapping back on social media, or showing up in a fit that breaks the internet, she understands the moment.

Her ability to balance fierce athleticism with glamour is reminiscent of some of the league’s greats—think Skylar Diggins-Smith, A’ja Wilson, and Candace Parker—all of whom have used fashion and personality as a platform to elevate women’s basketball.

And as the Fever continue to grow with Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and now Cunningham in the mix, Indiana might quietly be building not just a competitive team—but a culture, a brand, and a storyline fans want to follow.

“Ask @grok do I have a chance?” he asked.

You can see the encouraging reply right below:

“Love is in the air. 🥰🥰🥰🥰” someone else added.

“Man I love the wnba,” a user declared.

“She’s a bad B,” said another.

“In love,” one fan confessed.

“She’s mine go look for someone else,” someone else wrote.

“Lexie Hull is badddder,” another comment read.

Lexie Hull is badddder

Next Up: The Valkyries

The Fever will look to get back in the win column on Wednesday as they take on the upstart Las Vegas Valkyries. Clark’s return remains day-to-day as she continues to manage her groin strain, but even in her absence, the team has shown resilience.

Sophie Cunningham will undoubtedly be a key piece in that effort. Whether she’s draining corner threes, diving for loose balls, or just stepping off the bus like she owns the building, one thing’s for sure: she’ll have all eyes on her again.

Final Thoughts

In a league often begging for more visibility, Sophie Cunningham understands the assignment.

She plays hard. She dresses bold. She embraces her role as both enforcer and entertainer. And whether it’s a last-second foul, a viral fashion moment, or a flirty fan encounter powered by AI, she makes the game more fun.

She’s not trying to be anyone else. She’s just being Sophie.

And that, apparently, is enough to have the entire internet watching.