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
Rhyne Howard Starter/Star (1.1) 32.9 High (1.2) 17.5 4.9 3.5 1.9 73.39 Atlanta’s offense consistently flowed through Howard as the primary perimeter creator and high-volume three-point threat. Opposing defenses routinely loaded up on her off the ball, yet she still carried the toughest scoring assignments while remaining an active team defender, reflecting the trust Tanisha Wright placed in her two-way impact during the Dream’s playoff return. (Wikipedia) WNBA All-Star (2023)
Allisha Gray Starter/Star (1.1) 32.7 High (1.2) 17.1 4.9 3.1 1.5 70.22 Gray brought balance to Atlanta’s backcourt with efficient scoring rather than pure shot volume. Coverage throughout the season highlighted her ability to attack closeouts, defend multiple positions and stabilize the offense, making her one of the league’s most reliable two-way wings. (Peachtree Hoops) WNBA All-Star (2023); WNBA Skills Challenge Champion (2023); WNBA Three-Point Contest Champion (2023)
Cheyenne Parker-Tyus Starter/Star (1.1) 26.7 High (1.2) 15.0 6.7 1.8 2.6 68.90 Parker-Tyus anchored Atlanta’s interior with physical finishing, rim protection and rebounding. Independent season coverage regularly pointed to her frontcourt presence as a major reason the Dream became a more competitive defensive team while complementing the club’s perimeter scorers. (Wikipedia) WNBA All-Star (2023)
Nia Coffey Starter/Star (1.1) 21.9 Medium (1.1) 6.9 4.8 1.5 1.7 36.06 Coffey filled a connective role rather than chasing touches, spacing the floor and defending bigger forwards. Analysts frequently noted that her versatility allowed Atlanta to switch more comfortably without sacrificing frontcourt mobility. (Reddit) None
Aari McDonald Key Contributor (1.05) 23.5 Medium (1.1) 7.9 2.0 3.0 0.6 31.19 McDonald supplied pace and on-ball pressure whenever she entered the backcourt rotation. Even while moving between starting and reserve duties, her ability to change tempo and attack the rim gave Atlanta a different offensive look. (Wikipedia) None
Danielle Robinson Key Contributor (1.05) 21.6 Medium (1.1) 5.8 2.2 3.3 0.8 27.95 Robinson operated as a veteran table-setter whose value extended beyond the box score. Reporting during the season emphasized her leadership, defensive communication and willingness to organize younger teammates in half-court sets. (Wikipedia) None
Monique Billings Key Contributor (1.05) 16.7 Low (1.0) 4.8 5.0 0.8 0.7 23.73 Billings embraced an energy role built around offensive rebounding, hustle plays and defensive activity. Her production often arrived in short bursts that helped Atlanta maintain physicality when the starters rested. None
Haley Jones Bench (1.0) 14.6 Low (1.0) 3.7 2.4 2.3 0.7 18.20 As a rookie, Jones was used more as a secondary playmaker than a traditional scorer. Coverage frequently described the season as a developmental year while coaches experimented with her size and passing in multiple backcourt roles. WNBA All-Rookie Team (2023)
Naz Hillmon Bench (1.0) 13.5 Low (1.0) 4.1 3.4 0.7 0.3 17.00 Hillmon provided dependable frontcourt minutes through rebounding and physical interior defense. Her willingness to do the low-profile work helped stabilize second-unit lineups despite limited offensive usage. None
AD Durr Bench (1.0) 10.9 Low (1.0) 4.8 1.1 0.7 0.4 14.00 Durr’s role centered on instant offense from the perimeter, although consistent rhythm proved difficult in limited minutes. Independent coverage noted Atlanta’s search for additional wing shooting throughout the season. None
Iliana Rupert Bench (1.0) 7.9 Low (1.0) 1.8 2.0 0.5 0.8 10.20 Rupert appeared in a limited reserve role, flashing stretch-big skills without earning a regular rotation spot. Contemporary independent coverage discussing her season was limited. None
Laeticia Amihere Bench (1.0) 7.0 Low (1.0) 2.7 1.0 0.2 0.6 9.00 Atlanta used Amihere primarily as a developmental frontcourt prospect, valuing her athletic tools while gradually introducing her to WNBA defensive responsibilities. None
Taylor Mikesell Bench (1.0) 4.8 Low (1.0) 2.8 0.3 0.3 0.0 6.80 Mikesell’s brief appearances showcased the outside shooting that defined her college career, but opportunities remained limited because of Atlanta’s established veteran wing rotation. Contemporary independent coverage was limited. None
Lorela Cubaj Bench (1.0) 6.3 Low (1.0) 0.0 2.3 0.0 0.3 5.20 Cubaj saw only a handful of minutes during the regular season. Independent reporting specific to her 2023 campaign was sparse, with most discussion focusing on her depth role and defensive effort. None
TOTALS 248.1 111.9 44.6 23.8 12.6

Playoffs

PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Rhyne Howard Starter/Star (1.1) 37.5 High (1.2) 28.5 3.5 2.0 2.5 96.10 Atlanta leaned almost every half-court possession toward Howard, asking her to create against Dallas’ best defenders while maintaining heavy defensive responsibility on the perimeter. National playoff coverage described her shot-making as the reason the Dream stayed competitive, particularly after her 36-point opener kept the series within reach despite the eventual sweep. (Wikipedia) WNBA All-Star (2023)
Allisha Gray Starter/Star (1.1) 36.0 High (1.2) 20.0 7.0 4.0 2.0 87.12 Gray functioned as Atlanta’s secondary creator rather than simply a spot-up wing, attacking mismatches and helping initiate offense when Dallas trapped Howard. Independent playoff reporting highlighted her composure and physical downhill play as one of the few consistent positives for the Dream. (Wikipedia) WNBA All-Star (2023); WNBA Skills Challenge Champion (2023); WNBA Three-Point Contest Champion (2023)
Cheyenne Parker-Tyus Starter/Star (1.1) 33.5 High (1.2) 13.0 6.5 2.0 3.0 64.15 Parker-Tyus battled through constant interior pressure, serving as Atlanta’s primary screener and defensive anchor against Dallas’ size. Although the shooting numbers dipped, postseason analysis still pointed to her physicality and rim protection as essential parts of the Dream’s game plan. (Wikipedia) WNBA All-Star (2023)
Monique Billings Key Contributor (1.05) 23.5 Low (1.0) 4.5 7.0 0.0 0.5 25.20 Billings embraced a hustle-first assignment, chasing offensive rebounds and providing extra possessions rather than looking for touches. Her activity around the glass stood out even as Atlanta struggled to generate consistent offense. None
Danielle Robinson Key Contributor (1.05) 22.0 Low (1.0) 2.5 1.5 4.0 1.0 18.90 Robinson’s responsibility centered on organizing the offense and defending opposing guards. Even with limited scoring, her veteran decision-making remained important as Atlanta tried to settle the tempo against Dallas’ pressure. None
Aari McDonald Key Contributor (1.05) 18.0 Low (1.0) 3.5 1.0 2.5 1.0 16.80 McDonald supplied pace off the bench and looked to change the rhythm with aggressive drives. Her playoff role was more about injecting energy than carrying the offense, a task noted throughout the season by independent observers. None
Naz Hillmon Bench (1.0) 14.0 Low (1.0) 1.0 2.0 1.0 0.5 9.00 Hillmon filled a complementary frontcourt role built around defensive positioning and rebounding. Opportunities were limited, but she continued doing the small interior jobs that rarely appear in scoring totals. None
Iliana Rupert Bench (1.0) 14.0 Low (1.0) 2.0 3.0 0.0 1.0 12.00 Rupert briefly added size and spacing off the bench. Contemporary independent playoff coverage discussing her individual role was limited, with most reporting focusing on Atlanta’s shortened rotation. None
Haley Jones Bench (1.0) 3.0 Low (1.0) 4.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 8.00 Jones appeared only briefly as Atlanta relied heavily on its veteran backcourt. Independent playoff discussion of her individual minutes was limited because of the condensed postseason rotation. WNBA All-Rookie Team (2023)
AD Durr Bench (1.0) 5.0 Low (1.0) 2.0 0.0 0.5 0.0 5.00 Durr received only short stretches as a reserve scorer. Contemporary independent playoff coverage was limited, reflecting a minimal role in the two-game series. None
Laeticia Amihere Bench (1.0) 3.0 Low (1.0) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.00 Amihere’s lone appearance came in limited developmental minutes. Independent postseason reporting specific to her role was scarce because Atlanta shortened its rotation during the series. None
TOTALS 212.5 81.0 31.5 17.0 11.5