Last Updated on July 16, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Regular Season

PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Jonquel Jones Starter/Star [1.1] 28.8 High [1.2] 14.6 9.7 1.5 3.3 76.03 Connecticut leaned on Jones as its interior anchor, with Curt Miller consistently running offense through her in the post or early drag actions. Writers regularly highlighted her ability to control both backboards and erase mistakes defensively, making her one of the league’s defining two-way centers during the Sun’s Finals run. (WNBA) All-WNBA First Team (2019); WNBA All-Star (2019); WNBA Finals (2019)
Alyssa Thomas Starter/Star [1.1] 30.2 High [1.2] 11.6 7.8 3.1 2.3 65.89 Rather than functioning as a traditional forward, Thomas often initiated the offense, pushing pace after rebounds and defending multiple positions. Coverage throughout the season praised her versatility and relentless physical style as the connective piece holding Connecticut’s lineup together. (WNBA) WNBA All-Star (2019); WNBA Finals (2019)
Courtney Williams Starter/Star [1.1] 29.1 High [1.2] 13.2 5.6 3.8 1.8 64.94 Williams filled the role of the Sun’s shot-maker whenever possessions bogged down. Independent coverage frequently described her confidence in the mid-range and willingness to take difficult late-clock jumpers that complemented Connecticut’s inside-out attack. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Jasmine Thomas Starter/Star [1.1] 29.7 High [1.2] 11.1 2.9 5.1 1.5 54.65 Thomas directed the offense with a steady hand while accepting difficult defensive assignments on opposing guards. Analysts often pointed to her leadership, tempo control and decision-making as essential traits behind Connecticut’s run to the league’s best regular-season record. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Shekinna Stricklen Starter/Star [1.1] 23.6 Medium [1.1] 9.0 1.9 1.1 1.2 31.46 Stricklen’s value stretched well beyond the box score because her perimeter shooting forced defenses to stay attached, opening driving lanes for Connecticut’s playmakers. Her reputation as an elite floor spacer was reinforced by winning the league’s Three-Point Contest. (WNBA) WNBA Three-Point Contest Champion (2019); WNBA Finals (2019)
Bria Holmes Bench [1.0] 15.6 Low [1.0] 6.3 1.4 0.9 0.7 18.60 Holmes supplied instant offense off the bench and was trusted to attack aggressively when second units needed scoring. Contemporary coverage generally viewed her as a valuable depth option rather than a featured offensive piece. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Layshia Clarendon Bench [1.0] 15.3 Low [1.0] 6.2 2.4 2.1 0.3 22.00 Acquired late in the season, Clarendon added another experienced ball-handler for the playoff rotation. Although injuries limited availability, the coaching staff valued veteran composure and defensive versatility when healthy. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Natisha Hiedeman Bench [1.0] 10.3 Low [1.0] 3.7 1.5 1.9 0.5 15.20 The rookie guard earned trust by bringing energy, perimeter shooting and defensive pressure in limited minutes. Observers noted that her confidence kept growing as Connecticut’s playoff rotation evolved. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Morgan Tuck Bench [1.0] 10.7 Low [1.0] 3.7 2.0 0.8 0.5 14.00 Tuck filled a utility frontcourt role, switching between forward spots depending on matchup needs. Her physical defense and willingness to handle less glamorous assignments were recurring themes in season coverage. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Rachel Banham Bench [1.0] 12.2 Low [1.0] 3.6 1.0 0.9 0.4 11.80 Banham’s primary responsibility was spacing the floor with perimeter shooting. Even when shots were inconsistent, opponents still respected her range, helping preserve driving space for Connecticut’s core creators. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Brionna Jones Bench [1.0] 8.4 Low [1.0] 3.5 2.2 0.3 0.6 13.20 Jones made the most of limited reserve minutes through efficient finishing and physical interior play. Reports at the time viewed her as an emerging post player developing behind an established frontcourt. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Kristine Anigwe Bench [1.0] 7.1 Low [1.0] 2.0 1.8 0.2 0.6 9.20 Limited contemporary reporting was available because Anigwe played a small reserve role after arriving as a rookie. Available coverage focused on her rebounding instincts and long-term developmental potential. (WNBA) None
Theresa Plaisance Bench [1.0] 7.1 Low [1.0] 2.4 1.8 0.0 0.5 9.40 Plaisance provided situational frontcourt depth, offering the unusual ability to stretch the floor from the center position. Her role fluctuated based on matchup and rotation needs throughout the season. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Bridget Carleton Bench [1.0] 7.3 Low [1.0] 0.0 0.8 0.3 0.0 2.20 Contemporary coverage was limited because Carleton appeared only briefly as a rookie. Most discussion centered on her long-term shooting potential and adjustment to the professional game. (WNBA) None
TEAM TOTALS 87.5 44.9 23.8 15.7 408.59 Connecticut combined elite frontcourt play, versatile defense and balanced guard production to finish as one of the WNBA’s strongest teams before reaching the 2019 Finals. WNBA Finals (2019)

Playoffs

PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Jonquel Jones Starter/Star [1.1] 32.5 High [1.2] 17.9 10.4 2.0 2.1 85.01 Connecticut built much of its half-court attack around Jones’ inside presence, and her rebounding became even more valuable in the playoffs. Analysts repeatedly pointed to her Game 2 Finals dominance and ability to swing possessions with offensive boards, even as opponents tried to crowd the paint. (ABC News) All-WNBA First Team (2019); WNBA All-Star (2019); WNBA Finals (2019)
Alyssa Thomas Starter/Star [1.1] 37.0 High [1.2] 16.0 9.3 6.6 2.5 90.82 Functioning as Connecticut’s do-everything forward, Thomas initiated offense, defended every frontcourt matchup and regularly pushed the break after rebounds. Playoff coverage emphasized that her versatility and relentless physicality were the engine behind the Sun’s defensive identity. (ABC News) WNBA All-Star (2019); WNBA Finals (2019)
Courtney Williams Starter/Star [1.1] 34.4 High [1.2] 17.9 5.8 4.4 1.0 76.03 Williams embraced the role of late-clock scorer, creating difficult jumpers when defenses stalled Connecticut’s offense. Her fearless shot-making drew praise throughout the postseason, particularly after several momentum-changing performances against Los Angeles and Washington. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Jasmine Thomas Starter/Star [1.1] 34.8 High [1.2] 12.8 3.3 5.6 1.1 59.24 Thomas controlled tempo while taking on the toughest perimeter defensive assignments. Reporters consistently highlighted her leadership and willingness to sacrifice shots in order to organize Connecticut’s balanced offensive system. (ABC News) WNBA Finals (2019)
Shekinna Stricklen Starter/Star [1.1] 27.8 Medium [1.1] 8.8 3.1 0.6 0.5 31.94 Stricklen’s spacing remained central to the starting lineup despite modest scoring. Defenses respected her perimeter shooting, allowing Connecticut’s primary creators more room to attack the lane during the postseason. (WNBA) WNBA Three-Point Contest Champion (2019); WNBA Finals (2019)
Bria Holmes Bench [1.0] 13.6 Low [1.0] 5.5 1.5 1.0 1.0 18.00 Holmes supplied quick scoring bursts off the bench whenever Curt Miller searched for offensive energy. Her role stayed straightforward, attacking second units without being asked to initiate the offense. (WNBA) WNBA Finals (2019)
Rachel Banham Bench [1.0] 6.0 Low [1.0] 2.8 0.8 0.0 0.3 7.80 Banham’s appearances were brief, but she remained a situational floor spacer capable of changing defensive coverages with her shooting reputation. Contemporary playoff discussion around her role was limited. (Reddit) WNBA Finals (2019)
Natisha Hiedeman Bench [1.0] 5.0 Low [1.0] 2.6 0.6 0.7 0.0 7.80 The rookie guard was used in short bursts to inject pace and ball pressure. Although opportunities were scarce during the postseason, coaches trusted her competitiveness whenever she entered the rotation. (Reddit) WNBA Finals (2019)
Morgan Tuck Bench [1.0] 8.6 Low [1.0] 2.0 1.0 0.3 0.4 7.40 Tuck filled a physical reserve forward role and accepted difficult defensive assignments whenever Connecticut needed extra frontcourt toughness. Independent playoff coverage surrounding her contributions was limited. (Reddit) WNBA Finals (2019)
Brionna Jones Bench [1.0] 4.4 Low [1.0] 1.5 0.9 0.3 0.4 6.20 Jones saw limited playoff minutes behind an established frontcourt. Available reporting focused more on her long-term development than immediate postseason impact, though her energy remained noticeable in brief appearances. (Reddit) WNBA Finals (2019)
Theresa Plaisance Bench [1.0] 2.0 Low [1.0] 1.7 0.7 0.0 0.3 5.40 Plaisance was used sparingly as a stretch frontcourt option when matchup flexibility was required. Contemporary independent playoff coverage discussing her role was limited. (Reddit) WNBA Finals (2019)
TEAM TOTALS 89.5 39.4 20.9 9.6 395.64 Connecticut’s playoff run revolved around an unselfish offense, elite rebounding and versatile defense, with its experienced starting five carrying the workload throughout the march to the 2019 WNBA Finals. WNBA Finals (2019)