"Real MVP of the Fever, sorry KM": Fans react as viral picture proves why Lexie Hull is irreplaceable for Indiana Fever

Lexie Hull has been one of the primary reasons behind the Indiana Fever’s successful 2025 WNBA season. In a year defined by injuries to several key players, Hull’s tenacity and mental fortitude have stood out. The former Stanford standout has shown an admirable willingness to play through pain while absorbing intense physicality for the team’s cause.

Hull refused to sit on the sidelines despite not being 100% healthy in Game 3. Battling a lingering back injury, she put her body on the line, absorbed heavy contact from Aces players and kept going until she eventually fouled out. One picture that caught onlookers’ attention and instantly went viral showed the 3-and-D specialist fighting her way through three Aces defenders.

The Fever forward’s refusal to give up won fans’ hearts, with several netizens dropping candid reactions and hailing Hull for embodying the team’s hallmark this season: resiliency.

"She's the real MVP of the FEVER....sorry KM," a fan commented.

M.Siravo

@siravom1

She's the real MVP of the FEVER....sorry KM.

Commented another:

Ginny White

@Gwhite232323

I am such a fan of Lexie Hull and will forever be. ❤️@lexiehulll @IndianaFever @hull_jaime

A fan said:

jerandnj

@jerandnj

That’s a whole lot of people trying to stop her

Said another:

Agnes Hughes🇺🇸🇺🇸❤️‍🔥

@AgnesHughe95347

Lexi is a warrior, though. She just is.

A fan wrote:

Carter Jordan

@carter_jor59714

She's definitely a fierce player! 🔍 What do you think makes her stand out?

Wrote another:

Mark Fisher

@MarkFis47680966

Thanks for sharing! Her passion is inspiring. Anyone else noticed her impact?

Lexie Hull's desire to play through pain is remarkable

Earlier in the season, Lexie Hull sported a conspicuous black eye, which was a badge of toughness that quickly became a symbol of her grit. Refusing to take time off to recover, she earned widespread respect for her willingness to play through pain. As the season progressed, the Indiana Fever star only reinforced her reputation as a fierce, hard-nosed competitor.

Hull’s defensive hustle remains irreplaceable, and when paired with her 3-point shooting, it forms a highly coveted skill set in today’s WNBA.

In the ongoing playoffs, the 6-foot-1 forward has started all six games for the Fever. She is averaging 10.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.0 assists while shooting 36.2% from the floor, including an impressive 37.5% from beyond the arc.