Indiana Fever Nears Trade for Dallas Wings Forward Myisha Hines-Allen

The Indiana Fever are considering a trade to acquire forward Myisha Hines-Allen from the Dallas Wings ahead of the WNBA trade deadline on August 7, aiming to bolster their frontcourt depth amid ongoing struggles and the prolonged absence of star guard Caitlin Clark due to a groin injury. Multiple sources, including ESPN’s Kevin Pelton, suggest the Fever would trade center Damiris Dantas and a 2026 second-round pick to bring in Hines-Allen, who offers postseason experience and the ability to play multiple frontcourt positions. Hines-Allen, a former WNBA champion and All-WNBA second team member, has experienced a dip in shooting percentages this season but is still seen as an upgrade over Dantas, especially for three-point shooting and physicality. The Wings, currently out of playoff contention, may be motivated to move Hines-Allen to recoup value, especially with their frontcourt crowded and Maddy Siegrist's return expected. The Fever, struggling offensively without Clark, hope this trade would provide more scoring options and tactical flexibility as they push for a playoff spot in the competitive Eastern Conference. The Fever's head coach Stephanie White has emphasized a cautious approach to Clark's return, which could come around mid-August, making a trade for additional depth even more timely.