How WNBA superstars, rising stars and relocated stars fared in their first preseason games
WNBA preseason action opened with a five-game slate, and plenty of players notched notable performances.
Ta’Niya Latson and Cameron Brink. | NBAE via Getty Images From the Los Angeles Sparks playing the Nigerian National Team to Caitlin Clark making her return to the WNBA court with the Indiana Fever, there were storylines galore on the first day of WNBA preseason action. Here are some of the most notable highlights from Saturday night’s five-game slate of preseason openers.
In the comments, let us know what stood out to you, as well as what you’ll be watching for as preseason play continues. Rickea Jackson shines in Sky debut Rickea Jackson was traded this offseason from LA to Chicago and made her Sky debut against the Phoenix Mercury. Albeit in what became a 108-104 Sky loss, she was fine in her first showing, scoring 15 points.
Jackson got to the paint and to the line, going a perfect 9-for-9 from the charity stripe. Overall, she was her typical explosive self and played well. She also led the team in minutes played with 21.
Considering that preseason results don’t matter, Chicago may have lost on the scoreboard, but Saturday was a win for the organization. Gettin' straight to business 👏 Rickea Jackson cashes in her first bucket with the @chicagosky ! CHI-PHX I Watch Free on League Pass with WNBA ID https://t.
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