🏀Best WNBA Players of All Time

Diana Taurasi▲ Rising

Taurasi anchored the Mercury dynasty with three titles and became the WNBA's all-time leading scorer through clutch playoff heroics. Her 2009 championship run and multiple scoring titles cemented her as the face of the league's offensive golden era. She earns the top spot for unmatched longevity and winning pedigree.

Titles: 3MVPs: 1All-Stars: 10PPG: 18Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRin 2 rankingsDiana Taurasi

Sue Bird▲ Rising

Bird delivered five titles and unmatched playmaking across two decades with Seattle, turning the Storm into a model franchise. Her 2018 championship at age 37 highlighted leadership that defined an era. She ranks high for winning and longevity over pure scoring.

Titles: 5MVPs: 0All-Stars: 13PPG: 10Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRSue Bird

Lauren Jackson▲ Rising

Jackson won two titles and three MVPs with Seattle, dominating as a scoring forward in the mid-2000s. Her 2007 championship and scoring titles showcased international talent at its peak. She ranks high for peak value despite shorter U.S. career.

Titles: 2MVPs: 3All-Stars: 7PPG: 18Def. Awards: 1

added by IJRLauren Jackson

Lisa Leslie▲ Rising

Leslie won two titles and three MVPs with the Sparks while pioneering the center position with scoring and shot-blocking. Her 2001-2002 back-to-back MVPs and dunk in 2002 made her the league's first true superstar. She tops many historical lists for foundational impact.

Titles: 2MVPs: 3All-Stars: 8PPG: 16Def. Awards: 2

added by IJRLisa Leslie

Becky Hammon

Hammon delivered consistent scoring and leadership for San Antonio without a title but earned six All-Stars and became the first woman to coach an NBA team. Her playmaking arc elevated the Stars. She ranks for offensive impact over rings.

Titles: 0MVPs: 0All-Stars: 6PPG: 13Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRBecky Hammon

Sylvia Fowles

Fowles won two titles and earned four defensive awards with Chicago and Minnesota through interior dominance. Her 2021 championship capped a rebounding legacy. She earns a strong ranking for defensive impact.

Titles: 2MVPs: 0All-Stars: 8PPG: 13Def. Awards: 4

added by IJRSylvia Fowles

Maya Moore▲ Rising

Moore led the Lynx to four titles in seven seasons before stepping away at her peak, posting elite efficiency and two MVPs. Her 2013-2015 dominance and 2016 Olympic heroics made her the standard for two-way impact. She earns a high rank despite the shorter career.

Titles: 4MVPs: 2All-Stars: 6PPG: 18Def. Awards: 3

added by IJRMaya Moore

Cynthia Cooper▲ Rising

Cooper won four straight titles with Houston and earned two MVPs in the league's inaugural years, averaging over 20 PPG. Her back-to-back MVPs and Finals MVPs launched the WNBA. She earns a high historical ranking for early dominance.

Titles: 4MVPs: 2All-Stars: 4PPG: 21Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRin 2 rankingsCynthia Cooper

Tamika Catchings▲ Rising

Catchings carried the Fever to their lone title in 2012 while earning five defensive awards and one MVP through relentless two-way play. Her 2011 season and franchise-record rebounding defined Indiana basketball. She earns a top-10 spot for sustained excellence.

Titles: 1MVPs: 1All-Stars: 10PPG: 13Def. Awards: 5

added by IJRTamika Catchings

Angel McCoughtry

McCoughtry led Atlanta to the 2010 Finals with scoring outbursts and earned All-Star nods through high-volume offense. Her 2015 scoring title showcased peak explosiveness. She earns a mid-tier spot for offensive firepower.

Titles: 0MVPs: 0All-Stars: 5PPG: 17Def. Awards: 1

added by IJRAngel McCoughtry

Jewell Loyd▲ Rising

Loyd captured a scoring title and All-Star nods with Seattle while delivering clutch offense. Her 2018 championship and high-volume seasons mark her as a modern scorer. She ranks for offensive peaks.

Titles: 1MVPs: 0All-Stars: 5PPG: 17Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRin 2 rankingsJewell Loyd

Sheryl Swoopes▲ Rising

Swoopes captured four titles and three MVPs with Houston, blending scoring and defense in the league's early years. Her 2000 MVP season and Olympic pedigree established the small-forward prototype. She ranks among the elite for peak dominance.

Titles: 4MVPs: 3All-Stars: 6PPG: 15Def. Awards: 2

added by IJRSheryl Swoopes

Breanna Stewart

Stewart won titles with Seattle and New York plus an MVP through versatile forward play and Olympic success. Her 2018 and 2023 peaks highlight scoring and rebounding. She earns a top active ranking for two-way impact.

Titles: 2MVPs: 1All-Stars: 6PPG: 18Def. Awards: 2

added by IJRin 2 rankingsBreanna Stewart

Candace Parker

Parker captured two titles and one MVP across Chicago and Las Vegas, highlighted by her 2016 championship and versatile forward play. Her 2008 Rookie of the Year and dunk contest win made her a generational talent. She sits in the top tier for versatility and rings.

Titles: 2MVPs: 1All-Stars: 9PPG: 16Def. Awards: 2

added by IJRCandace Parker

Yolanda Griffith

Griffith won a title and MVP with Sacramento while leading the league in rebounding multiple times. Her 1999 MVP and defensive presence powered the Monarchs. She earns a strong ranking for rebounding dominance.

Titles: 1MVPs: 1All-Stars: 8PPG: 13Def. Awards: 2

added by IJRYolanda Griffith

Lindsay Whalen

Whalen won four titles with Minnesota as a gritty point guard and earned All-Stars through leadership. Her 2015 championship capped a playmaking career. She ranks for winning and intangibles.

Titles: 4MVPs: 0All-Stars: 5PPG: 11Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRLindsay Whalen

Tina Thompson

Thompson anchored four Houston titles and earned All-Star honors across three decades as the league's first overall pick. Her consistent scoring and rebounding defined the Comets dynasty. She ranks among the greats for longevity and winning.

Titles: 4MVPs: 0All-Stars: 9PPG: 15Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRTina Thompson

Brittney Griner▼ Falling

Griner won a title with Phoenix and earned multiple All-Stars through rim protection and scoring. Her 2014 championship and dunking ability defined a new generation of bigs. She ranks for defensive presence.

Titles: 1MVPs: 0All-Stars: 7PPG: 15Def. Awards: 3

added by IJRin 2 rankingsBrittney Griner

DeWanna Bonner▼ Falling

Bonner won titles with Phoenix and Connecticut through consistent scoring and rebounding across a long career. Her All-Star appearances highlight durability. She earns a solid ranking for longevity.

Titles: 3MVPs: 0All-Stars: 6PPG: 14Def. Awards: 1

added by IJRin 2 rankingsDeWanna Bonner

Nneka Ogwumike

Ogwumike captured an MVP and title with Los Angeles in 2016 while anchoring the Sparks' frontcourt. Her efficient scoring and rebounding continue into the current era. She ranks for sustained two-way value.

Titles: 1MVPs: 1All-Stars: 7PPG: 15Def. Awards: 1

added by IJRin 2 rankingsNneka Ogwumike

A'ja Wilson▼ Falling

Wilson led Las Vegas to multiple titles with back-to-back MVPs and dominant scoring in the current era. Her 2022-2023 peak established her as the league's premier frontcourt force. She ranks among active elites for recent dominance.

Titles: 2MVPs: 2All-Stars: 5PPG: 19Def. Awards: 2

added by IJRin 2 rankingsA'ja Wilson

Ticha Penicheiro▼ Falling

Penicheiro led Sacramento with elite assists and earned All-Stars without a title but defined point-guard play. Her playmaking record and longevity mark her as a floor general. She earns a spot for assist dominance.

Titles: 0MVPs: 0All-Stars: 4PPG: 8Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRTicha Penicheiro

Elena Delle Donne▼ Falling

Delle Donne captured an MVP and title with Washington while posting elite efficiency and shooting. Her 2019 championship validated her scoring versatility. She earns a high spot for peak offensive seasons.

Titles: 1MVPs: 1All-Stars: 6PPG: 19Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRElena Delle Donne

Cheryl Ford▼ Falling

Ford won three titles with Detroit and earned All-Stars through rebounding and defense in the Shock dynasty. Her early-career dominance complemented Billups-era success. She ranks for championship rebounding.

Titles: 3MVPs: 0All-Stars: 4PPG: 11Def. Awards: 1

added by IJRCheryl Ford

Cappie Pondexter▼ Falling

Pondexter won two titles with Phoenix and earned All-Stars through playmaking and scoring. Her 2007 and 2009 championships defined the Mercury's early success. She ranks for championship impact.

Titles: 2MVPs: 0All-Stars: 5PPG: 15Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRCappie Pondexter

Seimone Augustus▼ Falling

Augustus won four titles with Minnesota and earned All-Stars through scoring and leadership. Her 2011-2013 run helped build the Lynx dynasty. She earns a ranking for consistent winning.

Titles: 4MVPs: 0All-Stars: 6PPG: 15Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRSeimone Augustus

Katie Smith▼ Falling

Smith won a title with Detroit and earned All-Stars as a sharpshooting guard in the early 2000s. Her scoring and leadership helped establish the Shock. She ranks for historical scoring volume.

Titles: 1MVPs: 0All-Stars: 7PPG: 14Def. Awards: 0

added by IJRKatie Smith