Who is trending up in fantasy women’s basketball? Which rotations are changing? What’s the latest with the notable injuries around the WNBA?
Here’s a look around the league at the most fantasy-relevant news and notes for all 12 teams.
Atlanta Dream
Aari McDonald, who’s available in 64.2% of leagues, is one of the few viable streaming options on a Dream team that ranks last in offensive rating (94.3). She’s averaged 19.4 fantasy points in the last five games. Don’t overlook McDonald if you need to add a player or fill a roster spot on a given day.
Chicago Sky
On Tuesday night against the Dream, Candace Parker, at 36 years and 84 days old, became the oldest player to score 30 points and collect 10 rebounds in a game in WNBA history. It was her 11th career game with 30 points and 10 rebounds, which is third-most in league history behind Tina Charles (15) and Lauren Jackson (13). For the season, Parker ranks 10th in fantasy points.
Connecticut Sun
With a 104.0 offensive rating and a 96.5 defensive rating, the Sun rank third and fourth in the league, respectively. With Jasmine Thomas’ season-ending ACL injury, Natisha Hiedeman continues to be the best streaming option for Connecticut. She’s available in 86% of leagues and has averaged 17.9 fantasy points per game.
Dallas Wings
Teaira McCowan has now scored in double figures in four of her last six games. During that time period, she has averaged 20.5 minutes per game and 24.5 fantasy points. McCowan is still available in 34.7% of leagues for a Wings team that ranks fifth in offensive rating (101.9).
Indiana Fever
Queen Egbo is in the COVID-19 protocols, but should return soon. She’s averaged 20.3 fantasy points per game and is still available in 46.9% of leagues. Egbo is one of the few bright spots for a Fever team…
Source : espn
