
Meanwhile, the Atlanta Dream have appointed Karl Smesko as their new head coach after parting ways with Tanisha Wright. Smesko faces the challenge of integrating elite posts Brittney Griner and Jonquel Jones into a five-out system, despite their limited three-point shooting. The Dream retain their top scorers, Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray, as they look to build on their playoff appearances.
The Connecticut Sun are navigating a tumultuous offseason, having lost their entire 2024 starting lineup. With Marina Mabrey requesting a trade, the Sun have brought in veterans Tina Charles, Natasha Cloud, and Diamond DeShields, but these additions may not compensate for their significant losses under new coach Rachid Meziane.
The Dallas Wings have capitalized on Satou Sabally`s departure by acquiring NaLyssa Smith from Indiana and DiJonai Carrington and Tyasha Harris from Connecticut, enhancing both their defense and offense.
The Los Angeles Sparks emerged as free agency winners, landing All-Star Kelsey Plum in a three-team trade, aiming to revitalize their franchise. In contrast, the Washington Mystics have had a perplexing offseason, being slow to hire a head coach and losing key players, resulting in a lackluster free agency period.
For current standings, the Las Vegas Aces and Chicago Sky previously led the league with 26-10 records, followed closely by the Connecticut Sun at 25-11.
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