Erica Wheeler’s commitment to her WNBA family extends beyond the court, as her father, Eric, recently hosted a grand dinner featuring former and current teammates. The event took place at the Wheeler family home, where Eric invited Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, two of Erica’s former Indiana Fever teammates, celebrating the strong bonds formed during her career. This act of hospitality resonated with fans who have followed Erica’s journey from Indiana to Seattle.
In a widely shared clip on X, Erica can be heard playfully cautioning her dad about his role in arranging the dinner. Eric clarifies that he personally invited Mitchell and Boston, calling them “my girls,” underscoring the close relationship he shares with Erica’s teammates.
“So don’t say I asked you,” Wheeler urged her dad in the clip. “You said you volunteered this s***.”
— Erica Wheeler
The gesture quickly garnered applause online, with fans expressing admiration for Eric’s warmth and the welcoming atmosphere he created for players both on and off the team.
“This was really cute! Erica Wheeler’s Dad cooked a huge dinner and they invited Kelsey and AB to her house for dinner cause he said those are his girls! Love this honestly! Glad you’re doing well in Seattle @EWeezy_For3eezy,” one fan tweeted.
— fan on X
Since signing with the Seattle Storm four months ago after leaving the Indiana Fever as a free agent, Erica Wheeler has continued to develop her game. Currently averaging 11.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game, her performance has improved significantly compared to her previous season. While she averaged only 14 minutes per game in Indiana, she has started in half of Seattle’s games this season, demonstrating her growing role on the team.
Seattle, holding a 9-5 record and sitting third in the Western Conference, relies on the 10-year WNBA veteran to maintain momentum as the playoffs approach. Wheeler’s steady contributions are crucial for the Storm’s chances of advancing further in the postseason.
Erica Wheeler Opens Up About Respect from Fellow Players
A few days before the family dinner video circulated, Erica Wheeler shared heartfelt thoughts about her experiences with fellow WNBA players after games. She expressed deep appreciation for the rare moments when competitors recognize her efforts beyond the rivalry.
“…when the competition/W peers pull me to the side after a game to tell me how proud they are of me!” the Storm guard tweeted. “that shit hit different! They don’t owe me that. We competing and most people don’t know how to get outside themselves 90% the time so that when do! RESPECT”
— Erica Wheeler
Wheeler’s acknowledgment of these moments highlights the mutual respect earned through years of relentless determination and professionalism. Having been named the WNBA All-Star Game MVP and enduring intense challenges against league elites, her career reflects both perseverance and admiration from peers.
Her father’s kind gesture and the genuine support she receives from fellow players emphasize that Erica Wheeler’s impact goes far beyond scoring or stats; it is the relationships and respect cultivated within the WNBA family that continue to define her journey.