Skylar Diggins-Smith, Natasha Howard, Jackie Young… those are just some of the recipients of the WNBA’s Most Improved Player Award. Last season, the Dallas Wings’ Satou Sabally captured the honor.
It’s an award that’s always hard to prognosticate, as making improvements usually comes with some unpredictability. So, treat these more as educated guesses, rather than solid predictions.
Shakira Austin (Washington Mystics)
After appearing in 19 games last season and undergoing hip surgery before the end of the season, Austin should be a new player for a new-look Mystics team. With Elena Delle Donne sitting out the season, Austin should find herself playing a more important role on both ends of the court, no longer bound by the minutes restriction that limited her contributions in 2023. Last season, she averaged 10.0 points and 7.0 rebounds per game. This year, those numbers can significantly improve, as long as she stays healthy.
Dana Evans (Chicago Sky)
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