Last Updated on July 30, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
| Player Name | Role Tier | MPG | Usage Tier | PPG | RPG | APG | STK | Impact Index | Notes | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina Thompson | Starter/Star (1.1) | 35.8 | High (1.2) | 18.1 | 6.9 | 2.2 | 1.8 | 76.56 | Houston’s offensive centerpiece, Thompson continued carrying the scoring burden as a versatile forward who stretched defenses with three-point shooting while still attacking inside. Coverage of the 2008 Comets emphasized her leadership role and ability to keep the offense organized during a transition period after the franchise’s championship era. | WNBA All-Star (2008) |
| Shannon Johnson | Starter/Star (1.1) | 30.7 | Medium (1.1) | 7.7 | 3.2 | 5.1 | 1.9 | 47.92 | Johnson functioned as Houston’s veteran floor general, controlling tempo and creating opportunities rather than hunting shots. Her defensive instincts and steady decision-making were repeatedly valued as the Comets relied on her experience to stabilize the backcourt. | WNBA All-Star (2008) |
| Michelle Snow | Starter/Star (1.1) | 25.2 | Medium (1.1) | 9.9 | 6.8 | 1.2 | 1.4 | 42.37 | Snow remained the interior anchor, combining efficient finishing with rebounding and rim protection. The 2008 season coverage around Houston highlighted her importance as one of the team’s strongest defensive pieces, particularly with the roster lacking the depth of earlier championship squads. | — |
| Tamecka Dixon | Starter/Star (1.1) | 26.4 | Medium (1.1) | 9.0 | 3.2 | 1.8 | 1.1 | 33.88 | Dixon provided veteran wing scoring and defensive toughness, often taking difficult perimeter assignments while spacing the floor. Her role reflected Houston’s reliance on experienced players who could contribute without dominating possessions. | — |
| Sancho Lyttle | Key Contributor (1.05) | 18.1 | Medium (1.1) | 8.2 | 6.1 | 0.9 | 2.4 | 39.06 | Lyttle emerged as Houston’s athletic frontcourt spark, using length and activity to create second-chance opportunities and defensive plays. Analysts around the league viewed her as one of the Comets’ most promising young players because of her ability to impact games beyond scoring. | — |
| Hamchetou Maiga-Ba | Key Contributor (1.05) | 22.7 | Low (1.0) | 7.8 | 3.2 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 29.40 | Maiga-Ba filled a versatile role as a defensive wing who could guard multiple positions and contribute efficiently within the offense. Houston valued her ability to handle difficult assignments while playing alongside ball-dominant veterans. | — |
| Matee Ajavon | Key Contributor (1.05) | 17.8 | Medium (1.1) | 8.0 | 1.8 | 1.7 | 1.1 | 29.32 | Ajavon brought attacking energy as a young guard, pushing the pace and creating offense off the dribble despite inconsistent shooting. Coverage of the Comets’ young players highlighted her aggressiveness and potential as a future backcourt contributor. | — |
| Roneeka Hodges | Bench (1.0) | 18.3 | Low (1.0) | 7.3 | 1.9 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 21.80 | Hodges provided perimeter shooting and spacing from the wing, with her three-point ability giving Houston another way to stretch defenses. Her role was primarily as a situational scorer rather than a primary creator. | — |
| Mistie Bass | Bench (1.0) | 11.4 | Low (1.0) | 3.8 | 2.4 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 15.00 | Bass gave Houston physical reserve minutes in the frontcourt, relying on efficiency around the basket and rebounding effort. She was mainly used as depth behind established interior players. | — |
| Erica White | Bench (1.0) | 12.5 | Low (1.0) | 3.6 | 1.4 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 14.40 | White served as a developing guard option, bringing defensive energy and ball-handling ability in limited minutes. The young guard spent much of the season learning within a veteran-heavy rotation. | — |
| Mwadi Mabika | Bench (1.0) | 16.4 | Low (1.0) | 4.6 | 1.9 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 15.80 | Mabika was used primarily as a perimeter reserve capable of spacing the floor, though her shooting efficiency limited her offensive impact. Houston valued her experience and ability to provide veteran depth. | — |
| Sequoia Holmes | Bench (1.0) | 11.9 | Low (1.0) | 3.1 | 2.1 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 12.80 | Holmes contributed athletic depth on the wing, but inconsistent shooting kept her role limited. Her minutes were mostly focused on defensive energy and development. | — |
| Latasha Byears | Bench (1.0) | 4.2 | Low (1.0) | 1.6 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 6.20 | Byears provided veteran frontcourt depth in brief appearances. Her role was largely situational as Houston relied on younger players for regular rotation minutes. | — |
| Marcedes Walker | Bench (1.0) | 5.5 | Low (1.0) | 0.0 | 3.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 9.00 | Walker saw only limited action but showed rebounding potential in short stretches. Independent season-specific coverage of her role was limited. | — |
| Ashley Shields | Bench (1.0) | 4.0 | Low (1.0) | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 2.60 | Shields appeared briefly as a reserve wing. Her opportunities were limited in a rotation built around experienced veterans and developing guards. | — |
| Houston Comets Totals | 305.7 | 103.9 | 39.8 | 21.6 | 16.4 |