Aerial Powers is not sitting still this offseason. While some players step away to rest, the Indiana Fever veteran is moving boldly into new territory. Her latest announcement shows she is ready to follow a path similar to Sophie Cunningham’s while taking on something Caitlin Clark has chosen not to venture into.
Aerial Powers played only eight games with the Indiana Fever, yet her impact was immediate and undeniable. Her experience, energy, and leadership were a major reason Indiana stayed alive through a tough postseason push. Even after injuries slowed the team’s momentum, Powers’s presence remained one of the bright spots of the Fever’s late surge.
But while the WNBA season has ended, Aerial is far from done. Shortly after her playoff campaign, she continued her basketball journey by signing with Çanakkale Belediyespor in the Turkish Women’s Basketball League. Staying active overseas has always been part of her competitive rhythm, and this time is no different. She wants to keep her game sharp, her momentum strong, and her presence felt.
Yet basketball is only part of the story. Powers recently revealed that she plans to return to streaming, something she has always loved but paused in 2024. With her podcast Aerial View on Players TV already attracting fans, her return to the digital space signals a bigger vision. She wants to grow her brand, build a stronger connection with fans, and open new professional doors beyond the court.
Her move mirrors what Sophie Cunningham has done, expanding her media presence and building her identity outside basketball. It also highlights a major contrast within the Fever roster. While players like Aerial and Sophie embrace social media, streaming, and multimedia opportunities, Caitlin Clark has chosen a different approach. She prefers focusing solely on basketball, keeping a low profile in areas outside the game.
For Aerial Powers, this offseason is not downtime but a launchpad. By stepping back into streaming and strengthening her multimedia footprint, she is carving out a long term space that blends sports, entertainment, and authentic fan engagement.
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