Last Updated on July 31, 2026 by Mat Diekhake
| Player Name | Role Tier | MPG | Usage Tier | PPG | RPG | APG | STK (SPG + BPG) | Impact Index | Notes | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sophia Witherspoon | Starter/Star (1.1) | 33.2 | High (1.2) | 16.8 | 3.3 | 2.1 | 1.5 | 62.30 | Set the tone as Portland’s primary perimeter scorer, creating offense off the dribble while defending opposing backcourt stars. Contemporary coverage frequently described her as the veteran leader carrying much of the Fire’s offensive burden despite constant defensive attention. | MVP Voting (T-7th, 2000) |
| Sylvia Crawley | Starter/Star (1.1) | 30.0 | Medium (1.1) | 11.5 | 6.0 | 1.1 | 1.7 | 48.51 | Played an interior-first role built around rebounding, post finishing and energetic rim protection. Independent reporting regularly praised her athleticism and willingness to do the physical work that balanced Portland’s perimeter-oriented attack. | |
| Stacey Thomas | Starter/Star (1.1) | 27.0 | Medium (1.1) | 5.1 | 3.9 | 3.2 | 2.2 | 34.61 | Brought defensive versatility and secondary playmaking from the forward spot, often handling difficult assignments regardless of matchup. Analysts covering the Fire highlighted her hustle and all-around contributions that rarely showed up through scoring alone. | WNBA All-Rookie Team (2000) |
| Vanessa Nygaard | Key Contributor (1.05) | 26.3 | Medium (1.1) | 7.9 | 3.8 | 0.9 | 0.7 | 30.03 | Filled an important complementary wing role, stretching defenses with perimeter shooting while defending multiple positions. Season coverage consistently noted her basketball IQ and willingness to embrace low-usage responsibilities. | |
| Alisa Burras | Key Contributor (1.05) | 15.0 | Low (1.0) | 7.6 | 3.5 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 24.99 | Supplied efficient frontcourt production off the bench, finishing around the basket and providing physical rebounding in limited minutes. Independent reporting often cited her instant-energy role whenever Portland needed interior scoring. | |
| Michelle Marciniak | Bench (1.0) | 16.8 | Low (1.0) | 5.5 | 1.8 | 2.3 | 1.4 | 22.00 | Served as a reserve guard whose value came from pushing tempo and organizing the second unit. Contemporary coverage highlighted her competitiveness and playmaking even when her shot wasn’t falling consistently. | |
| Tully Bevilaqua | Starter/Star (1.1) | 24.9 | Low (1.0) | 4.8 | 3.0 | 2.8 | 1.5 | 26.62 | Operated as the club’s defensive-minded point guard, applying full-court pressure and keeping the offense organized. Writers covering the league frequently praised her hustle, leadership and disruptive perimeter defense. | |
| Lynn Pride | Bench (1.0) | 14.4 | Low (1.0) | 3.6 | 1.9 | 1.3 | 0.8 | 15.20 | Provided steady reserve minutes on the wing, focusing on defense and ball movement rather than shot creation. Independent reporting specific to her season was limited because of her supporting role. | |
| DeMya Walker | Bench (1.0) | 10.4 | Low (1.0) | 3.1 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 12.20 | Added physicality in the frontcourt and competed for rebounds whenever called into the rotation. Contemporary independent coverage remained limited due to her modest workload. | |
| Tara Williams | Bench (1.0) | 6.7 | Low (1.0) | 3.1 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.4 | 9.40 | Filled a specialist reserve role with an emphasis on floor spacing and energy. Independent reporting on her season was limited because of her restricted minutes. | |
| Michele Van Gorp | Bench (1.0) | 7.1 | Low (1.0) | 2.5 | 1.5 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 8.80 | Saw limited action as a developmental post player, contributing with size and effort around the basket. Contemporary independent coverage was sparse because of her small role. | |
| Jamila Wideman | Bench (1.0) | 7.0 | Low (1.0) | 0.0 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 3.20 | Appeared only briefly during the season, leaving little opportunity to establish a consistent rotation role. Independent contemporary coverage was limited because of the small sample. | |
| Portland Fire Totals | 72.4 | 32.4 | 16.3 | 11.0 |