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PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Katie Douglas Starter/Star [1.10] 33.3 High [1.20] 17.0 4.6 3.7 2.2 72.07 Primary offensive engine who embraced tougher shot creation after the Sun reshaped their frontcourt. Independent coverage regularly highlighted her ability to stretch defenses while still taking the toughest perimeter assignment, making her the club’s most complete two-way player. (Wikipedia) All-Star (2007), All-WNBA Second Team (2007), All-Defensive First Team (2007), Eastern Conference Player of the Week (Jul. 30, 2007)
Asjha Jones Starter/Star [1.10] 31.4 High [1.20] 15.3 6.1 2.5 1.6 67.06 Elevated into a full-time starting role and became Connecticut’s most reliable interior scorer. Season coverage frequently praised her improved confidence attacking the paint, with Mike Thibault trusting her to shoulder a much larger offensive workload after roster changes. (Wikipedia) All-Star (2007), Eastern Conference Player of the Week (Jun. 4, 2007)
Lindsay Whalen Starter/Star [1.10] 30.6 High [1.20] 13.4 4.8 5.0 2.2 66.53 Tempo-setting point guard whose transition play remained central to Connecticut’s attack. Reporters routinely noted how her pace and vision generated easier scoring chances before opposing defenses became organized, even as her scoring responsibilities increased. (Wikipedia) All-Star (2007), Eastern Conference Player of the Week (Jul. 23, 2007)
Nykesha Sales Starter/Star [1.10] 29.3 High [1.20] 13.1 4.0 3.2 1.8 58.08 Veteran wing adapted to a complementary role while continuing to defend elite perimeter scorers. Independent reporting emphasized her leadership and willingness to sacrifice touches so Connecticut’s younger core could expand offensively. (Wikipedia) —
Margo Dydek Starter/Star [1.10] 20.1 Medium [1.10] 6.7 6.5 1.0 2.5 40.17 Defensive anchor whose rim protection altered game plans well beyond her block totals. Opposing teams routinely adjusted their interior offense, and analysts continued to describe her as one of the WNBA’s premier paint deterrents. (Wikipedia) All-Defensive Second Team (2007)
Evanthia Maltsi Key Contributor [1.05] 18.5 Low [1.00] 5.7 2.5 1.5 0.9 22.26 Skilled international reserve who supplied valuable perimeter spacing off the bench. Contemporary reporting highlighted her confidence from long range and the different offensive look she gave Connecticut’s second unit. (Wikipedia) —
Erika de Souza Key Contributor [1.05] 12.2 Low [1.00] 4.3 3.0 0.4 1.1 18.48 Physical reserve center who gradually earned rotational trust with rebounding and interior defense. Season reports often pointed to her energy and toughness whenever Connecticut needed added size in the paint. (Wikipedia) —
Kristen Rasmussen Key Contributor [1.05] 15.8 Low [1.00] 3.5 2.8 0.9 0.5 16.17 Frontcourt role player whose value came from positional defense, screening and hustle rather than scoring. Independent coverage mentioned her steady minutes as part of Connecticut’s deep rotation. (Wikipedia) —
Jamie Carey Bench [1.00] 12.7 Low [1.00] 3.4 0.9 0.9 0.1 10.60 Backup guard who primarily supplied outside shooting and dependable ball handling. Contemporary coverage of her individual season was limited, reflecting her supporting role behind Lindsay Whalen. (Wikipedia) —
Le’coe Willingham Bench [1.00] 11.4 Low [1.00] 2.1 2.8 0.4 0.5 11.60 Athletic reserve forward who brought rebounding and defensive activity in short bursts. Independent reporting was sparse, but coaches consistently used her to inject energy into the frontcourt rotation. (Wikipedia) —
Kamesha Hairston Bench [1.00] 8.7 Low [1.00] 1.9 1.8 0.4 0.4 9.00 Rookie wing spent most of the season developing behind experienced veterans. Limited independent coverage focused on her athletic upside rather than immediate production. (Wikipedia) —
Megan Mahoney Bench [1.00] 6.7 Low [1.00] 1.7 0.8 0.4 0.3 6.40 Reserve wing who filled occasional depth minutes on a veteran roster. Independent reporting was limited, with most mentions appearing in rotation and transaction coverage. (Wikipedia) —
Cori Chambers Bench [1.00] 1.0 Low [1.00] 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.00 Appeared only briefly during the season. Contemporary independent reporting was unavailable beyond roster updates because she never entered the regular rotation. (Wikipedia) —
CONNECTICUT SUN TOTALS — 266.2 — 104.5 46.2 24.0 14.2 398.42 Connecticut successfully transitioned after major roster changes by leaning on balanced scoring, disciplined half-court execution and another strong defensive identity, finishing among the Eastern Conference contenders before an opening-round playoff exit to Indiana. (Wikipedia) All-Star Selections (2007): Katie Douglas, Asjha Jones; All-WNBA Second Team (2007): Katie Douglas; All-Defensive First Team (2007): Katie Douglas; All-Defensive Second Team (2007): Margo Dydek

Playoffs

PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Katie Douglas Starter/Star [1.10] 38.0 High [1.20] 17.3 5.3 3.3 3.3 76.03 Connecticut’s primary offensive option attacked Indiana from the opening tip, carrying the perimeter scoring load despite constant defensive pressure. AP coverage of the decisive Game 3 noted her 27-point effort nearly rescued the series before the Fever completed a historic comeback, reflecting how much of the offense flowed through her. (CT Insider) All-Star (2007), All-WNBA Second Team (2007), All-Defensive First Team (2007)
Asjha Jones Starter/Star [1.10] 38.7 High [1.20] 15.7 8.0 3.3 1.7 75.24 Physical interior scorer who consistently punished single coverage and remained Connecticut’s most reliable post option. In the deciding game she finished with 21 points and nine rebounds, with independent reports highlighting her ability to keep the Sun competitive inside throughout the series. (Basketball Reference) All-Star (2007)
Lindsay Whalen Starter/Star [1.10] 36.7 High [1.20] 13.3 7.0 5.0 0.3 67.06 Aggressive lead guard who continued pushing the pace even against Indiana’s physical defense. Playoff coverage emphasized her willingness to attack the lane, and her 21-point performance in Game 3 reflected the extra scoring burden she assumed as the series tightened. (CT Insider) All-Star (2007)
Nykesha Sales Starter/Star [1.10] 34.7 High [1.20] 12.3 5.0 2.0 0.3 51.22 Veteran wing accepted difficult defensive assignments while battling through an uneven shooting series. Even when her offense stalled, contemporaneous reporting continued to describe her leadership and defensive discipline as valuable pieces of Connecticut’s playoff identity. (CT Insider) —
Margo Dydek Starter/Star [1.10] 26.7 Medium [1.10] 7.0 6.3 0.7 2.7 40.17 Rim-protecting center whose length remained a major defensive factor despite limited offensive touches. Indiana consistently challenged her with quicker lineups, yet her shot-blocking still forced adjustments around the basket. All-Defensive Second Team (2007)
Kristen Rasmussen Key Contributor [1.05] 19.0 Low [1.00] 6.0 2.0 1.0 1.0 21.00 Energetic reserve forward who made the most of limited opportunities through efficient finishing and physical defense. Contemporary individual coverage was limited, but her effort off the bench helped stabilize Connecticut’s frontcourt rotation. —
Le’coe Willingham Bench [1.00] 13.7 Low [1.00] 5.3 3.3 0.7 0.3 19.20 Athletic reserve who supplied rebounding and efficient interior scoring in short bursts. Independent reporting was sparse, though her energy gave Connecticut useful frontcourt depth during the series. —
Jamie Carey Bench [1.00] 15.7 Low [1.00] 2.7 0.7 3.0 0.3 13.40 Backup guard whose primary responsibility was organizing the second unit and providing perimeter spacing. Coverage focused mostly on her steady ball movement rather than individual scoring production. —
Megan Mahoney Bench [1.00] 5.5 Low [1.00] 3.5 1.5 0.0 0.5 11.00 Reserve wing who converted limited opportunities with confident shooting. Contemporary reporting offered little individual analysis, reflecting her small supporting role in a shortened playoff rotation. —
Evanthia Maltsi Bench [1.00] 11.0 Low [1.00] 0.0 1.3 0.3 1.3 5.80 Perimeter specialist whose shooting never found rhythm during the series. Independent coverage was limited, but Connecticut continued valuing her spacing even as Indiana closed out aggressively on the arc. —
Erika de Souza Bench [1.00] 7.0 Low [1.00] 0.0 0.0 1.0 0.0 2.00 Saw only brief action as Connecticut shortened its rotation. Contemporary reporting centered on the veteran starters, leaving little individual coverage of her appearance. —
CONNECTICUT SUN TOTALS — 273.8 — 92.1 41.2 23.8 11.7 381.12 Connecticut pushed Indiana to a decisive third game before falling in overtime after the Fever erased a 22-point deficit, ending the Sun’s season despite standout performances from Katie Douglas, Asjha Jones and Lindsay Whalen. Eastern Conference Semifinalist (2007)