Yvonne Ejim made tides during her spectacular time at Gonzaga University. The forward is known for her versatility and exceptional prowess, guarding multiple positions in the paint. She also has a high basketball IQ that positively impacts her performance. Not to forget her physicality and toughness as compared to her teammates.

Well, to give you a glimpse into the 23-year-old’s career trajectory, Ejim quickly jumped off the bench and averaged 16.8 points, 8.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.5 steals per game during her junior year. And the rest was history. Having represented the United States on more than one occasion, Ejim went on to average 19.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.4 steals, and 1 block in 34 games as a senior Bulldog. The Gonzaga graduate was then crowned all-time rebounding record holder before she made her way into the pros in April 2025.

Needless to say, she has earned limelight and praises from coaches on numerous occasions for her on-court performances and thinking on her feet during crucial moments. However, her recent news of being waived off by the Indiana Fever on May 07, 2025, sent shockwaves. Signed as the 33rd overall pick for the Fever, let us delve into the details of her now-voided contract with the pro team, salary structure, and understand her pre-existing endorsement deals, if any.

What was Yvonne Ejim’s contract with the Indiana Fever?

Yvonne Ejim had signed a lucrative three-year contract with the Indiana Fever. The deal was worth a whopping $204,253 and promised an average annual salary of $68,084 to the rookie. In case the Fever decided to sign Ejim for another year, Yvonne would have earned $80,883 under a one-year contract in 2028. In case of otherwise, Ejim would have been a restricted free agent by 2029. 

With an average of 20.7 points and 8.7 rebounds per game throughout her college career, Ejim was a promising player for the Fever. She ended her graduate year on a career high, where she became the first women’s player in WCC history to make 2,000 points and 1,000 rebounds, before progressing to the pros. By waiving her off, the team will miss out on a fine rebounder.

What was Yvonne Ejim’s salary for the 2025 WNBA season?

According to spotrac website, Ejim would have earned a base salary of $66,079 in 2025. If the rookie was still under the Fever roster, she could have earned $67,401 during her second year in 2026. Moreover, the amount would have increased up to $70,773, amounting to a cash cumulative of $204,253 by 2027. However, Ejim’s contract was unprotected during the signing. It currently stands null and void as she was waived by the team.

But will the voided contract financially affects the Canadian native? Well, she did have a few NIL deals under her belt. Yvonne joined hands with Nil.store and created a smart revenue system. The store offers customised merchandise including hoodies with Ejim’s name and college jersey number.

Besides, she has even signed deals with local Spokane businesses. Though the details of the various contracts remain undisclosed, what we do know is that Ejim profited through the partnerships. She not only earned a monetary income but also built community connections through these partnerships.

An active social media user, Ejim is keen on growing her online presence. She has also partnered with a couple of brands and social campaigns on social media. Needless to say, Ejim has devised multiple income channels throughout her career, but endorsements as a pro still remain to come her way.

Why was Yvonne Ejim waived by the Indiana Fever?

Ejim stands officially waived off by the Indiana Fever ahead of their preseason match against the Atlanta Dream. WNBA announcer, Scott Agness, broke the news today on X. Sharing a picture of the 2025 roster during the training session, Agness wrote, “Fever waived third-round pick Yvonne Ejim. The roster now stands at 12.”

Indiana Fever had a tight cap space entering the training camp. Having a core of 10 players, and just a little over a 100 thousand left to spare, it was going to be a tight race between the rookies to secure that one last spot. However, after Ejim contributed 6 points, 1 rebound, 1 assist across 2 games in combined 11 minutes, the Fever had to make the tough call. And head coach Stephanie White admits it was easy in no way.

“This is the worst part of the job,” she said. “We always wish there were more roster spots, so that you know we could have some of those development positions. But we know it’s part of it, and it s-cks.” Although any pro team can now sign with Ejim until 48 hours of her contract being voided, only time will tell whether the rebounder will begin her pro journey this year.