As the WNBA season approaches the postseason, the league has been defined by a flurry of activity, ranging from high-profile roster acquisitions to historic individual milestones.
One of the most significant personnel moves occurred on August 27, when the Atlanta Dream signed two-time WNBA champion DeWanna Bonner to a contract for the remainder of the season. According to reporting from The Ticker, Bonner joined the Dream following a buyout agreement with the Phoenix Mercury. A 17-year veteran of the league, Bonner brings extensive experience to the roster, holding the distinction of being a six-time WNBA All-Star and currently ranking third on the league’s all-time scoring list (https://theticker.org/19547/sports/wnba-summer-updates-trades-signings-injuries-and-pre-playoffs/).
Individual play has also reached historic heights this summer. Angel Reese made headlines on August 25 during a victory against the Los Angeles Sparks, where she set a new single-game record with 26 rebounds. In that same performance, she surpassed the league’s single-season rebounding record, reaching a total of 458 rebounds. Reese continued her momentum on August 30 against the Minnesota Lynx, where she recorded her 29th double-double of the season. This achievement allowed her to break the previous single-season record for double-doubles held by Alyssa Thomas. This appearance was made possible after the WNBA rescinded an eighth technical foul Reese had received during an August 28 loss to the Portland Fire, which would have otherwise triggered a one-game suspension.
While some teams are bolstered by new arrivals and record-setting play, others are navigating significant injury challenges. The Las Vegas Aces recently announced that NaLyssa Smith will miss the remainder of the season due to a non-contact leg injury sustained against the Toronto Tempo. Smith had been a consistent presence for the Aces, starting all 38 games and averaging 11.7 points and 6.4 rebounds. Notably, she was leading the league in field-goal percentage at 63.8% prior to the injury.
Full details on these developments can be found at [The Ticker](https://theticker.org/19547/sports/wnba-summer-updates-trades-signings-injuries-and-pre-playoffs/).
