Last Updated on July 30, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
Astou Ndiaye-Diatta Starter/Star (1.1) 28.5 High (1.2) 11.8 5.3 1.5 1.6 53.70 Ndiaye-Diatta became Detroit’s most dependable interior scorer, using strength and mobility to finish around the basket while anchoring the frontcourt defensively. Coverage of the rebuilding Shock regularly highlighted her consistency as one of the few established veterans on a roster searching for stability. (Wikipedia) None
Wendy Palmer Starter/Star (1.1) 29.6 High (1.2) 10.6 7.0 1.0 1.2 52.75 Palmer remained a focal point whenever healthy, giving Detroit reliable post scoring and rebounding against bigger frontcourts. Local and league reporting noted that injuries limited her season, but she was still viewed as one of the Shock’s toughest interior competitors. (Wikipedia) None
Elena Tornikidou Starter/Star (1.1) 24.3 Medium (1.1) 9.6 2.4 1.8 1.0 35.38 Tornikidou quietly held the frontcourt together with efficient shooting and smart positional play rather than high-volume offense. Veteran observers frequently praised her experience and composure on a young team going through another rebuilding year. (Wikipedia) None
Edwina Brown Key Contributor (1.05) 25.0 Medium (1.1) 7.4 3.2 2.7 1.2 33.03 Brown handled several backcourt responsibilities, alternating between secondary playmaking and attacking off the dribble. Season previews and league coverage identified her as one of Detroit’s younger players with room to grow into a larger offensive role. None
Dominique Canty Key Contributor (1.05) 19.5 Medium (1.1) 6.2 2.6 2.2 1.0 27.72 Canty’s value came from her pace, defensive pressure and willingness to attack the rim, even when her jump shot was inconsistent. Coaches continued trusting her energy to spark the perimeter rotation during a difficult season. None
Jae Kingi-Cross Key Contributor (1.05) 21.6 Low (1.0) 5.8 2.2 2.6 1.4 25.20 Kingi-Cross stretched the floor and moved the ball well within Detroit’s offense, often filling a connective role instead of chasing shots. Limited contemporary independent reporting focused on her versatility and basketball IQ more than her scoring. None
Deanna Nolan Key Contributor (1.05) 20.2 Low (1.0) 7.1 2.0 1.1 0.8 22.05 Nolan flashed the athletic scoring instincts that would later define her career, attacking in transition and creating offense off the bounce. Independent coverage frequently described her as an exciting young guard still refining her shot selection and consistency. None
Claudia Neves Bench (1.0) 18.5 Low (1.0) 4.3 1.3 1.5 1.0 16.20 Neves supplied spacing and steady ball movement while filling a complementary guard role. Limited contemporary independent reporting was available beyond rotation analysis and game coverage. None
Barbara Farris Bench (1.0) 18.0 Low (1.0) 4.2 3.5 0.5 0.4 17.20 Farris contributed physical reserve minutes in the paint, helping Detroit on the glass and defending larger post players. Limited contemporary independent coverage was available outside routine game reports. None
Kelly Santos Bench (1.0) 10.9 Low (1.0) 3.7 1.9 0.4 0.4 12.80 Santos provided developmental frontcourt depth and made efficient use of limited offensive opportunities. Limited contemporary independent reporting was available beyond roster updates and game notebooks. None
Carla Boyd Bench (1.0) 11.0 Low (1.0) 3.6 1.2 0.7 0.6 12.20 Boyd worked in a limited reserve role, supplying defensive versatility and occasional perimeter shooting when called upon. Limited contemporary independent coverage was available regarding her specific role during the season. None
Rachael Sporn Bench (1.0) 11.5 Low (1.0) 1.8 2.3 0.5 0.5 10.20 Sporn added experienced frontcourt depth, primarily contributing with positioning and rebounding in short stretches. Limited contemporary independent reporting was available beyond roster and game coverage. None
Detroit Shock Totals 72.1 30.9 17.3 10.7 317.43 None