Last Updated on July 16, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

PLAYER NAME ROLE TIER MPG USAGE TIER PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) IMPACT INDEX NOTES AWARDS
Tina Charles Starter/Star [1.10] 28.4 High [1.20] 16.3 5.8 1.7 1.2 65.74 Charles anchored Connecticut’s offense as the primary interior option, giving a rebuilding roster a dependable low-post scorer whenever half-court possessions stalled. Independent coverage consistently described her veteran leadership as invaluable for a locker room built around young talent while she continued producing at an All-Star level late in her career. WNBA All-Star (2025)
Marina Mabrey Starter/Star [1.10] 31.5 High [1.20] 14.4 4.2 4.0 1.0 62.30 Mabrey operated as Connecticut’s lead perimeter creator, shouldering difficult shot-making responsibilities while spacing the floor for an inexperienced supporting cast. Analysts frequently noted that her willingness to attack late in the clock kept the offense functional despite heavy defensive attention. (Swish Appeal) None
Leïla Lacan Starter/Star [1.10] 26.6 Medium [1.10] 10.4 2.4 3.7 2.4 45.50 Lacan quickly earned trust as a two-way guard whose pace, passing vision and defensive instincts translated immediately. Independent observers viewed her as one of the franchise’s brightest long-term building blocks, praising her ability to organize the offense while creating turnovers at the point of attack. (Autostraddle) WNBA All-Rookie Team (2025)
Saniya Rivers Starter/Star [1.10] 26.1 Medium [1.10] 8.8 2.8 2.7 2.4 40.90 Rivers embraced the role of defensive stopper, routinely matching up with opposing scorers while bringing athleticism in transition. Coverage throughout the season highlighted her disruptive defense and upside even as she continued refining her offensive consistency. (Swish Appeal) WNBA All-Rookie Team (2025)
Olivia Nelson-Ododa Key Contributor [1.05] 21.6 Medium [1.10] 8.2 5.0 0.9 1.9 36.96 Nelson-Ododa carved out a larger frontcourt role through efficient finishing and dependable rim protection. Writers covering the Sun regularly pointed to her improved confidence and physical play as signs she had become more than simply a reserve center. (Swish Appeal) None
Aneesah Morrow Key Contributor [1.05] 18.9 Medium [1.10] 7.7 6.9 0.5 1.2 37.72 Morrow supplied relentless energy on the glass and rarely backed down from physical matchups despite being a rookie. Independent season reviews frequently praised her rebounding instincts and competitive edge as foundational traits for Connecticut’s rebuild. (Swish Appeal) WNBA All-Rookie Team (2025)
Bria Hartley Starter/Star [1.10] 22.8 Medium [1.10] 8.9 2.0 3.1 0.8 35.86 Hartley settled into a veteran ball-handling role, helping stabilize younger lineups with measured decision-making. Coverage emphasized her experience and willingness to mentor the developing backcourt while contributing secondary playmaking. (Swish Appeal) None
Jacy Sheldon Key Contributor [1.05] 24.1 Medium [1.10] 7.5 1.9 2.0 1.2 29.57 Sheldon played with composure on both ends, using active perimeter defense and efficient spot-up shooting to earn a larger rotation role. Independent evaluations highlighted her mature approach rather than asking her to dominate possessions. (Autostraddle) None
Aaliyah Edwards Bench [1.00] 17.0 Low [1.00] 4.6 4.2 0.7 1.4 21.80 Edwards battled through an inconsistent season but continued flashing the physical rebounding and interior defense that made her a first-round talent. Reporting around the club viewed her as a long-term developmental piece despite an uneven offensive role. (Swish Appeal) None
Lindsay Allen Bench [1.00] 14.5 Low [1.00] 2.4 1.0 2.0 0.5 11.80 Allen’s value came from directing second-unit possessions and limiting mistakes rather than creating offense herself. Independent coverage consistently framed her as a calming veteran influence for Connecticut’s young guards. (Swish Appeal) None
Jaelyn Brown Bench [1.00] 13.1 Low [1.00] 3.7 1.2 0.1 0.7 11.40 Brown filled a reserve wing role with defensive intensity and occasional perimeter shooting. Contemporary independent reporting on her individual season was limited because of her spot minutes. (Swish Appeal) None
Haley Peters Bench [1.00] 11.5 Low [1.00] 2.1 2.2 0.8 0.4 11.00 Peters supplied experienced frontcourt depth and did much of the subtle work coaches value, including screening and positional defense. Limited independent player-specific coverage was available during the season. (Swish Appeal) None
Mamignan Touré Bench [1.00] 8.2 Low [1.00] 2.0 0.4 0.5 0.4 6.60 Touré provided situational minutes on the perimeter, with available reporting focusing more on roster depth than individual performances because of her limited offensive role. (Swish Appeal) None
Kariata Diaby Bench [1.00] 7.9 Low [1.00] 1.9 1.0 0.4 0.6 7.80 Diaby offered physical interior depth whenever called upon. Independent season-specific discussion remained limited, reflecting her place outside the regular rotation. (Swish Appeal) None
Rayah Marshall Bench [1.00] 6.0 Low [1.00] 1.7 1.7 0.3 0.3 8.00 Marshall spent most of the year developing behind veteran forwards, with independent reporting largely emphasizing her long-term potential rather than immediate production. (Swish Appeal) None
Robyn Parks Bench [1.00] 10.5 Low [1.00] 0.3 1.5 0.3 0.3 4.80 Parks appeared only briefly, leaving little independent player-specific analysis beyond roster and depth-chart references. (Swish Appeal) None
TEAM TOTALS — — — 99.0 45.2 24.9 16.4 — Connecticut leaned heavily on veterans Tina Charles and Marina Mabrey while gradually increasing the responsibilities of Leïla Lacan, Saniya Rivers and Aneesah Morrow. Independent season reviews characterized the year as a transition toward a younger core despite missing the playoffs. (Swish Appeal) Missed WNBA Playoffs (2025)