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The 2025 WNBA offseason features significant player movements, including Caitlin Clark`s rise with the Fever and Brittney Griner`s shift to the Dream.

The 2025 WNBA offseason has ignited excitement with transformative player movements that promise to reshape the league`s landscape. The Indiana Fever are making headlines with the addition of Caitlin Clark, the 2024 Rookie of the Year, who is set to elevate her game in her second season. Alongside Clark, the Fever have secured the talents of Aliyah Boston, the 2023 No. 1 overall pick, and seasoned defenders DeWanna Bonner and Rhyne Howard, both of whom bring championship experience to the team. These strategic signings aim to bolster the Fever`s defense, which struggled last season, allowing the second-most points per game.

In a surprising turn, Brittney Griner has departed from the Phoenix Mercury after an illustrious 11-season tenure, signing a one-year contract with the Atlanta Dream. Griner, a 10-time All-Star, joins Brionna Jones in a formidable frontcourt, while the Dream retains key players like Jordin Canada and Allisha Gray. This shift not only enhances Atlanta`s lineup but also reflects Griner`s strategic positioning ahead of the upcoming collective bargaining agreement.

The Phoenix Mercury, facing the challenge of Griner`s exit, have made significant moves to rebuild. They acquired Satou Sabally, the 2023 Most Improved Player, and Alyssa Thomas, the 2023 MVP runner-up, to fill the void left by Griner and potentially Diana Taurasi`s retirement. Sabally`s impressive performance in the latter half of the 2024 season adds depth to the Mercury`s roster.

Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Aces have made a splash by acquiring Jewell Loyd, who will take over lead ball-handling duties after Kelsey Plum`s trade to the Sparks. Loyd`s partnership with three-time MVP A`ja Wilson could enhance the Aces` offensive strategy, especially following Wilson`s record-breaking season in 2024. The Connecticut Sun, after a strong previous season, have opted for a roster overhaul, parting ways with key players like Alyssa Thomas and DeWanna Bonner, while DiJonai Carrington joins the Dallas Wings, reuniting with her former Baylor teammate NaLyssa Smith.

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