Last Updated on July 15, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Regular Season

PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Angel McCoughtry Starter/Star [1.1] 29.9 High [1.2] 21.4 5.0 2.9 3.6 86.59 Everything in Atlanta’s offense still revolved around McCoughtry despite her Olympic workload and missed games. League coverage regularly described her as the Dream’s shot creator and late-clock option, while opponents continued to load extra defenders toward her driving lanes because she remained the player most capable of breaking games open individually. (WNBA) WNBA All-Star (2012), WNBA Peak Performer: Scoring (2012)
Sancho Lyttle Starter/Star [1.1] 31.6 Medium [1.1] 14.0 7.6 2.5 3.1 65.15 Lyttle became Atlanta’s most dependable two-way forward, defending multiple frontcourt positions while expanding her offensive responsibilities. Coaches trusted her versatility, and an AP game recap showed she could carry the offense when McCoughtry was unavailable, attacking the rim instead of settling for jumpers. (WNBA) WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2012)
Erika de Souza Starter/Star [1.1] 29.9 Medium [1.1] 11.6 8.2 1.6 2.8 58.56 De Souza handled the unglamorous interior work, setting bruising screens, protecting the paint and controlling defensive rebounds. Even in an injury-shortened season, analysts continued to view her as the physical anchor that allowed Atlanta’s perimeter defenders to pressure the ball aggressively. (WNBA) None
Lindsey Harding Starter/Star [1.1] 30.6 Medium [1.1] 12.3 2.8 4.5 1.6 51.91 Harding quietly kept Atlanta organized, preferring to push pace early before settling the offense in the half court. Her steady decision-making remained especially valuable as the roster integrated new rotation players following the Olympic break. (ajc) None
Armintie Herrington Starter/Star [1.1] 26.6 Low [1.0] 8.4 3.7 2.5 1.4 35.42 Herrington’s role rarely centered on scoring. Instead, she defended the opponent’s toughest perimeter assignment, attacked loose balls and filled transition lanes, giving Atlanta an athletic stopper whose influence extended well beyond her shot attempts. (WNBA) WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2012)
Tiffany Hayes Key Contributor [1.05] 23.1 Medium [1.1] 8.6 3.1 2.1 1.2 34.84 Hayes brought instant pace to the second unit and quickly earned more responsibility as the season unfolded. Local coverage praised her willingness to attack the basket without hesitation, and her energy frequently changed Atlanta’s tempo during stretches when the starters rested. (ajc) WNBA All-Rookie Team (2012)
Aneika Henry-Morello Key Contributor [1.05] 18.0 Low [1.0] 4.8 4.1 0.4 1.4 22.47 Henry-Morello settled into a physical reserve role, supplying rebounding and interior defense whenever Atlanta needed additional size. Contemporary independent coverage was limited, with most discussion focusing on her ability to provide dependable frontcourt depth as a rookie. (ajc) None
Cathrine Kraayeveld Bench [1.0] 15.4 Low [1.0] 4.6 2.8 0.8 0.9 18.20 Kraayeveld was signed to improve Atlanta’s floor spacing, giving the Dream a reliable catch-and-shoot option from the frontcourt. Her outside shooting helped create driving lanes for Atlanta’s attacking guards even when her own scoring opportunities were limited. (ajc) None
Yelena Leuchanka Bench [1.0] 13.7 Low [1.0] 3.1 2.7 0.6 1.0 14.80 Leuchanka filled a reserve interior role after returning to the roster, offering length and experience in short rotations. Independent reporting on her regular season was relatively limited because injuries restricted her overall impact. (WNBA) None
Ketia Swanier Bench [1.0] 11.4 Low [1.0] 2.2 1.4 1.9 0.4 11.80 Swanier functioned as Atlanta’s backup point guard, concentrating on ball movement and defensive pressure rather than offensive volume. Coverage during training camp emphasized her experience as a stabilizing presence behind Lindsey Harding. (ajc) None
Jessica Moore Bench [1.0] 5.4 Low [1.0] 1.9 1.3 0.0 0.0 6.40 Moore saw only brief opportunities as emergency frontcourt depth. Contemporary independent reporting was minimal, reflecting her limited role within an experienced rotation. (WNBA) None
Laurie Koehn Bench [1.0] 4.9 Low [1.0] 1.8 0.4 0.1 0.1 4.80 Koehn’s specialist role revolved around perimeter shooting, and preseason reporting highlighted Atlanta’s hope that her range would improve spacing. Regular-season minutes, however, remained limited, leaving relatively little independent coverage of her on-court impact. (ajc) None
Courtney Paris Bench [1.0] 7.3 Low [1.0] 1.5 2.0 0.0 1.0 9.00 Paris appeared only sparingly behind Atlanta’s established post rotation. Independent season coverage was scarce, with most reporting mentioning her as depth rather than a featured contributor. (WNBA) None
TOTALS 280.3 104.6 45.1 22.9 17.5 419.94

Playoffs

PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Angel McCoughtry Starter/Star [1.1] 33.3 High [1.2] 18.0 5.7 3.3 3.6 80.26 Atlanta’s offense still revolved around McCoughtry despite Indiana throwing multiple defenders at her throughout the series. Independent postseason coverage noted that she remained the Dream’s primary shot creator and transition threat, carrying the toughest offensive workload while continuing to pressure passing lanes defensively. (WNBA) WNBA All-Star (2012), WNBA Peak Performer: Scoring (2012)
Lindsey Harding Starter/Star [1.1] 38.0 High [1.2] 19.0 4.7 5.3 3.0 84.74 Harding played with far more offensive aggression than during the regular season, attacking early in possessions instead of simply initiating sets. Associated Press coverage praised her pace and willingness to push the ball after defensive stops, giving Atlanta its best chance to create easy baskets before Indiana’s defense was established. (WNBA) None
Sancho Lyttle Starter/Star [1.1] 34.3 Medium [1.1] 12.3 7.0 0.7 3.7 57.11 Lyttle anchored the Dream’s interior with relentless defensive activity, switching onto smaller players while battling in the paint. Even as her shooting cooled, her rebounding and disruptive hands remained essential against Indiana’s experienced frontcourt. (WNBA) WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2012)
Erika de Souza Starter/Star [1.1] 29.7 Medium [1.1] 8.7 6.3 0.3 1.4 40.90 De Souza embraced the physical matchup inside, setting hard screens and absorbing contact against Indiana’s post players. Contemporary reporting consistently viewed her value through rebounding, paint defense and toughness rather than offensive production. (WNBA) None
Armintie Herrington Starter/Star [1.1] 30.0 Low [1.0] 8.0 3.7 3.3 2.6 38.72 Herrington’s assignment rarely changed: defend the opponent’s best perimeter scorer and inject energy in transition. Her defensive pressure helped Atlanta manufacture extra possessions, even when her own shot wasn’t falling consistently. (WNBA) WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2012)
Tiffany Hayes Key Contributor [1.05] 16.3 Low [1.0] 4.3 2.3 1.7 2.0 21.63 Hayes supplied instant athleticism off the bench, attacking closeouts without hesitation whenever she entered. Independent coverage throughout her rookie year frequently highlighted her fearless approach and ability to change the game’s pace in short bursts. (WNBA) WNBA All-Rookie Team (2012)
Aneika Henry-Morello Bench [1.0] 10.0 Low [1.0] 2.7 1.7 0.0 0.7 10.20 Henry-Morello was used as situational frontcourt depth, providing physical minutes and rim protection when Atlanta needed extra size. Contemporary independent playoff reporting on her role was limited because of her modest workload. (Basketball Reference) None
Ketia Swanier Bench [1.0] 3.0 Low [1.0] 2.5 0.0 0.0 0.0 5.00 Swanier appeared only briefly as reserve backcourt insurance. Independent postseason coverage was minimal, reflecting her limited minutes during the series. (Basketball Reference) None
Cathrine Kraayeveld Bench [1.0] 6.3 Low [1.0] 1.0 1.0 0.3 0.3 5.20 Kraayeveld’s role centered on floor spacing and veteran experience, though she saw only spot duty. Available independent postseason coverage focused primarily on Atlanta’s core rotation, leaving little detailed reporting on her appearances. (Basketball Reference) None
TOTALS 218.9 76.5 31.4 17.3 17.3 343.76