WNBA Free Agency Opens with Brittney Griner and Kelsey Mitchell in Spotlight
Griner explores options outside Phoenix for the first time, while speculation grows around Mitchell's future with Indiana Fever.
- Brittney Griner, a 10-time All-Star, is testing free agency for the first time and meeting with multiple teams, departing from her usual practice of re-signing with the Phoenix Mercury.
- Candace Parker has speculated that Kelsey Mitchell, currently under a core offer from the Indiana Fever, could leave the team, potentially joining the Golden State Valkyries via a sign-and-trade deal.
- The Golden State Valkyries, an expansion team with the most cap space in the league, are positioned to make significant moves in their inaugural season.
- Jewell Loyd has requested a trade from the Seattle Storm, adding another layer of intrigue to an already dynamic free agency period.
- With 59 free agents available and a new collective bargaining agreement on the horizon, many players are expected to sign one-year deals to position themselves for future salary increases.