In the first quarter of the upcoming season, the Atlanta Dream are leading their opponents 30-24. Last year, they finished in fifth place with a record of 19-21, which was their best season since 2018. This season, they are determined to compete for a spot in the middle of the standings (5-8) and playoff positioning.
The Dream have some key players returning for this season, including 2021 No. 1 overall pick Rhyne Howard who averaged 17.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. They also have Olympic 3×3 champion Allisha Gray, who averaged 17.1 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game, as well as center Cheyenne Parker who averaged 15 points and 6.7 rebounds per game.
In addition to their returning players, the Dream have added veteran center Tina Charles to their roster. Charles is an all-WNBA player and Olympic gold medalist who did not play last season but signed with Atlanta in free agency. She is still seeking her first WNBA championship and will bring valuable experience and leadership to the team.
With these talented players on their roster and a determination to succeed, the Atlanta Dream are poised for a successful season in the WNBA league this year!