Last Updated on September 1, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

The San Antonio Silver Stars relied on a balanced veteran lineup in 2013, with Danielle Adams providing the primary scoring punch while Danielle Robinson directed the offense and added consistent scoring. Sophia Young contributed efficient frontcourt production, and Jia Perkins supplied reliable perimeter offense. Strong ball movement and balanced scoring remained offensive strengths, but inconsistent rebounding and defense prevented the Silver Stars from sustaining success over the season.

Roster

NO. PLAYER NAME POS. HT. WT. BIRTH DATE COLLEGE
0 Chelsea Hopkins G 5-8 139 July 2, 1990 Duke, San Diego State
0 Davellyn Whyte G 5-11 159 May 14, 1991 Arizona
1 DeLisha Milton-Jones F 6-1 185 September 11, 1974 Florida
2 Julie Wojta G-F 6-0   April 9, 1989 Green Bay
6 Cathrine Kraayeveld F 6-3 183 September 30, 1981 Oregon
7 Jia Perkins G 5-8 165 February 23, 1982 Texas Tech
11 Chante Black C 6-5 188 November 12, 1985 Duke
13 Danielle Robinson G 5-9 137 May 10, 1989 Oklahoma
20 Shameka Christon G 6-3 192 February 15, 1982 Arkansas
23 Danielle Adams F-C 6-1 239 February 19, 1989 Texas A&M
25 Becky Hammon G 5-6 136 March 11, 1977 Colorado State
30 Chelsea Poppens F 6-2   February 19, 1991 Iowa State
32 Jayne Appel-Marinelli C 6-4 210 May 14, 1988 Stanford
40 Kayla Alexander C 6-4 186 January 5, 1991 Syracuse
42 Shenise Johnson G 5-11 172 December 8, 1990 Miami (FL)

Per Game

PLAYER POS AGE GP GS MPG PPG RPG APG SPG BPG TOV FGA FGM FG% 3PA 3PM 3P% FTA FTM FT%
Danielle Adams 24 34 24 26.4 14.4 4.7 1.2 0.9 0.7 1.8 11.7 5.0 .426 3.8 1.2 .326 4.4 3.1 .707
Jia Perkins 31 34 33 30.5 13.9 3.1 2.0 2.4 0.3 1.4 13.3 5.3 .400 3.4 1.3 .388 2.2 1.9 .865
Shenise Johnson 22 33 24 27.3 11.0 3.9 2.4 1.3 0.2 1.8 11.1 4.4 .395 2.5 0.7 .274 2.0 1.6 .791
Danielle Robinson 24 25 25 32.5 11.2 3.1 6.7 1.4 0.2 2.6 10.4 4.6 .444 0.2 0.0 .000 2.6 2.0 .797
DeLisha Milton-Jones 38 15 15 27.3 9.2 4.9 2.0 0.9 0.5 1.7 9.3 3.9 .421 0.9 0.2 .214 1.9 1.1 .607
Shameka Christon 31 33 14 22.4 7.5 1.7 0.7 0.5 0.3 0.7 8.1 2.5 .307 4.7 1.5 .321 1.2 1.0 .868
Jayne Appel-Marinelli 25 29 29 26.5 5.9 8.9 2.0 0.9 1.3 1.5 4.2 2.4 .579 0.1 0.0 .333 1.7 1.0 .592
Kayla Alexander 22 33 1 11.2 2.8 3.0 0.3 0.1 0.4 1.1 2.5 1.1 .417 0.0 0.0   0.9 0.7 .733
Davellyn Whyte 22 29 4 14.9 4.5 1.9 1.8 0.7 0.2 1.4 4.5 1.4 .323 2.1 0.6 .300 1.3 1.0 .757
Cathrine Kraayeveld 31 22 0 13.0 2.1 1.9 0.5 0.4 0.2 0.5 2.5 0.7 .291 1.8 0.5 .275 0.2 0.1 .750
Becky Hammon 36 1 1 12.0 2.0 1.0 1.0 0.0 0.0 3.0 3.0 1.0 .333 1.0 0.0 .000 0.0 0.0  
Chante Black 27 1 0 10.0 2.0 2.0 0.0 0.0 1.0 2.0 2.0 1.0 .500 0.0 0.0   0.0 0.0  
Julie Wojta 24 3 0 8.3 2.0 2.0 0.3 1.0 0.0 1.0 0.7 0.7 1.000 0.0 0.0   1.0 0.7 .667
Chelsea Hopkins 22 4 0 14.5 1.5 2.0 2.5 0.8 0.0 1.3 4.3 0.3 .059 1.0 0.3 .250 1.0 0.8 .750
Chelsea Poppens 22 8 0 7.9 1.1 2.1 0.1 0.1 0.0 0.3 1.1 0.5 .444 0.0 0.0   0.5 0.1 .250

HeatingUp Impact Index: Team Impact Spotlight

Player Name Role Tier MPG Usage Tier PPG RPG APG STK (SPG + BPG) Impact Index Notes Awards
Danielle Adams Starter/Star (1.1) 26.4 High (1.2) 14.4 4.7 1.2 1.6 57.02 Adams became San Antonio’s primary scoring option after Becky Hammon’s injury, carrying a much heavier offensive workload with her ability to score inside and stretch defenses beyond the arc. Independent season coverage regularly described her as the focal point of the half-court offense despite increased defensive attention. (Basketball Reference) WNBA All-Star (2013)
Jia Perkins Starter/Star (1.1) 30.5 High (1.2) 13.9 3.1 2.0 2.7 57.02 Working as the veteran perimeter scorer, Perkins attacked confidently in transition and off the catch while also setting the defensive tone with active hands. Reporters frequently highlighted her leadership as the roster adjusted to life without Hammon for most of the season. WNBA All-Star (2013)
Danielle Robinson Starter/Star (1.1) 32.5 Medium (1.1) 11.2 3.1 6.7 1.6 54.45 Robinson handled nearly every possession as the lead guard, using her speed to pressure defenses before creating shots for teammates. Her expanded playmaking role became even more important after injuries reshaped the backcourt rotation. None
Shenise Johnson Starter/Star (1.1) 27.3 Medium (1.1) 11.0 3.9 2.4 1.5 45.50 Johnson took a significant step forward as a two-way wing, filling multiple lineup roles while defending several perimeter positions. Coaches leaned on her versatility as injuries forced San Antonio to shuffle its rotations throughout the year. None
Jayne Appel-Marinelli Starter/Star (1.1) 26.5 Low (1.0) 5.9 8.9 2.0 2.2 41.80 Appel-Marinelli anchored the interior with rebounding, screens and positional defense, allowing the Stars’ perimeter players to gamble more aggressively. Her offensive role remained limited, but her work on the glass consistently earned praise. None
DeLisha Milton-Jones Starter/Star (1.1) 27.3 Medium (1.1) 9.2 4.9 2.0 1.4 40.19 Acquired for veteran stability, Milton-Jones brought defensive discipline and frontcourt versatility before injuries shortened her campaign. Her experience helped steady a young roster during an uneven season. None
Shameka Christon Key Contributor (1.05) 22.4 Low (1.0) 7.5 1.7 0.7 0.8 22.47 Christon’s primary value came as a floor-spacing wing willing to defend larger assignments. Her shot never found consistent rhythm, but she continued accepting difficult defensive matchups without demanding offensive touches. None
Davellyn Whyte Bench (1.0) 14.9 Low (1.0) 4.5 1.9 1.8 0.9 18.20 Whyte supplied athleticism and energy off the bench, giving San Antonio another guard capable of pushing the pace. Independent coverage viewed her as a developmental piece whose confidence grew as the season progressed. None
Kayla Alexander Bench (1.0) 11.2 Low (1.0) 2.8 3.0 0.3 0.5 13.20 Alexander’s minutes centered on rim protection, rebounding and physical interior defense rather than offensive production. Contemporary reporting focused on her long-term potential more than immediate statistical impact. WNBA All-Rookie Team (2013)
Chelsea Hopkins Bench (1.0) 14.5 Low (1.0) 1.5 2.0 2.5 0.8 13.60 Hopkins appeared briefly while the Stars dealt with backcourt injuries, operating as a pass-first reserve guard. Independent coverage of her stint was limited because of her short time with the club. None
Cathrine Kraayeveld Bench (1.0) 13.0 Low (1.0) 2.1 1.9 0.5 0.6 10.20 Kraayeveld filled a specialist role as a stretch forward, spacing the floor in reserve minutes and providing veteran depth. Limited independent reporting focused specifically on her individual season. None
Becky Hammon Starter/Star (1.1) 12.0 Low (1.0) 2.0 1.0 1.0 0.0 8.80 Hammon’s season was cut short almost immediately by a torn ACL, a loss widely viewed as the defining setback of San Antonio’s campaign. Her absence forced Robinson and Adams into substantially larger offensive responsibilities. None
Julie Wojta Bench (1.0) 8.3 Low (1.0) 2.0 2.0 0.3 1.0 10.60 Wojta provided hustle, rebounding and defensive activity in limited appearances. Contemporary independent coverage of her role remained sparse because she played only a handful of games. None
Chante Black Bench (1.0) 10.0 Low (1.0) 2.0 2.0 0.0 1.0 10.00 Black served as emergency frontcourt depth, contributing size and rim protection in a lone appearance. Independent reporting on her individual season was limited. None
Chelsea Poppens Bench (1.0) 7.9 Low (1.0) 1.1 2.1 0.1 0.1 6.80 Poppens filled a developmental reserve role focused on rebounding and interior effort. Most season coverage concentrated on San Antonio’s veteran rotation rather than end-of-bench contributors. None
Team Totals 89.3 42.8 25.3 16.0 2013 San Antonio Stars regular season totals.