Former Gamecock Aliyah Boston Signs Largest WNBA Deal Ever

Boston inks 4-year, $6.3 million supermax contract with Indiana Fever

Apr. 19, 2026 at 10:14pm

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Former University of South Carolina star Aliyah Boston has signed the largest contract in WNBA history, agreeing to a 4-year, $6.3 million supermax deal with the Indiana Fever. The 23-year-old forward is coming off an All-WNBA and All-Defensive team season where she averaged a career-high 15 points per game.

Why it matters

Boston's record-breaking contract underscores the growing value and popularity of women's professional basketball. As the WNBA continues to gain mainstream attention, top players like Boston are commanding salaries that rival their male counterparts in the NBA.

The details

Boston's new deal with the Fever surpasses the previous WNBA record set just days earlier by Las Vegas Aces star A'ja Wilson. Fever GM Amber Cox praised Boston as a "foundational piece" of the franchise, highlighting her rapid development into one of the league's elite players.

  • Boston was drafted by the Fever in 2023.
  • She is entering her fourth WNBA season in 2026.

The players

Aliyah Boston

A 23-year-old forward who was a standout player at the University of South Carolina and is now one of the top players in the WNBA.

A'ja Wilson

The star center for the Las Vegas Aces who previously held the record for the largest WNBA contract.

Amber Cox

The general manager of the Indiana Fever, who praised Boston as a "foundational piece" of the franchise.

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What they’re saying

“Entering just her fourth season, Aliyah is already one of the best players in the WNBA. She's been a foundational piece of the Indiana Fever since she was drafted here in 2023. We're thrilled to be able to reward her with this new contract and make history, and most importantly, lock her in as a cornerstone of the Fever for years to come.”

— Amber Cox, Indiana Fever General Manager

“God is greatttt🙌🏽🙌🏽 let's gooooo”

— Aliyah Boston

What’s next

The 2026 WNBA season is set to begin on May 8, with Boston and the Fever looking to build on their success from last year.

The takeaway

Aliyah Boston's record-breaking contract is a landmark moment for the WNBA, showcasing the growing value and popularity of women's professional basketball. As top players like Boston continue to command salaries on par with their male counterparts, it signals a shift towards greater parity and recognition for the league.