The WNBA All-Star Weekend is approaching, and with it comes a review of the top-performing rookies so far. The draft class’s top picks, including Azzi Fudd, Olivia Miles, and Awa Fam, have all excelled, but there have been a few surprise players in the mix for top performers.
Top 5 WNBA Rookies
1. Olivia Miles, Minnesota Lynx: Miles has been a revelation, averaging 19.6 points on 50.1% shooting, including 36.2% from three. She’s also tallying 6 assists and 4.8 rebounds per game, powering the Lynx to the league’s best record.
2. Azzi Fudd, Dallas Wings: Fudd is having a terrific rookie season in Dallas, averaging 13.5 points on 45.2% from the field and 38.8% from outside the arc. She’s established herself as one of Dallas’s top defenders.
3. Awa Fam, Seattle Storm: Fam has been exceptional in her age-20 season, averaging 11.2 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. She’s also shooting 36.4% from beyond the arc on 4 attempts.
4. Sydney Taylor, Chicago Sky: Taylor has been a bright spot in what’s been an otherwise difficult Chicago Sky season, averaging 13.5 points per game on 45.2% shooting.
5. Flau’jae Johnson, Seattle Storm: Johnson was selected 7th overall but has found her rhythm, averaging 13.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game.
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