"Get me outta here neowww" - NaLyssa Smith frustrated with one aspect of life in New York on Day 3 of her trip to 'The Big Apple'

Indiana Fever forward NaLyssa Smith is spending her offseason in New York City. She's in her third day at The Big Apple but is frustrated with the foot traffic.

In a post on Instagram stories, Smith shared that she doesn't seem to be enjoying the foot traffic that jams her service vehicle, possibly touring the area. She and the rest of her Fever teammates had an early offseason after losing in the first round of the 2024 WNBA playoffs.

"Get me outta here neowww," Smith wrote.

It's unclear if NaLyssa Smith will be active in the offseason, given that most WNBA players go overseas for a more lucrative salary. Unrivaled has some slots left, so there could be a spot there for her, as her girlfriend DiJonai Carrington is a part of the league's roster.

Smith's relationship with Carrington created some tension between her and the Indiana Fever fanbase. Carrington was physical against Caitlin Clark in all of their matchups, but her eye poke in Game 1 of their first-round series drew the ire of many.

That has led to many calling for Smith to get traded or even get her team option for next season declined. Some are also hoping that the Fever won't protect her for the upcoming expansion draft involving the new WNBA franchise, the Golden State Valkyries.

The Fever could protect six players. The IndyStar's Chloe Peterson named Clark, Smith, Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell, Lexie Hull and Temi Fagbenle as those the franchise should protect.

Mitchell will be an unrestricted free agent but is a priority for Indiana. Fagbenle is a restricted free agent, but the Fever could match any offer she receives.

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NaLyssa Smith implies wanting to stay in Indiana with new video

NaLyssa Smith implies wanting to stay in Indiana with new video. (Photo: IMAGN)

Even though some fans don't want her back, the Indiana Fever uploaded NaLyssa Smith's exit interview on social media. Smith seemingly implied that she wants to remain in Indiana, calling their postseason appearance important for a young team.

"We were fortunate enough to be in the playoffs this year," Smith said in the video. "Even just being there, it was huge for us, just to say we were there as a young team. You know, it just shows what our future holds."

Smith's playing time was reduced in the playoffs. She played just 13 minutes in the two-game sweep against the Connecticut Sun.