Diana Taurasi and Elena Delle Donne retire from WNBA
- Training camps for the WNBA are opening this weekend with returning star players looking to compete for championships.
- The offseason saw significant trades and player signings, enhancing teams' rosters, with the Fever undergoing the most changes.
- The retirements of Diana Taurasi and Elena Delle Donne mark a major transition in the league as new talent emerges.
The opening of WNBA training camps is set for this weekend, marking a new season filled with exciting changes and player movements. This year, the league sees the return of notable players such as A’ja Wilson, Breanna Stewart, and Napheesa Collier, who are eyeing championship titles. Caitlin Clark, last year's rookie sensation, will also be starting her second season in the league. The offseason was eventful, with significant trades and acquisitions, including Jewell Loyd joining the Aces and the Liberty signing Natasha Cloud. The Fever had the most transformations, with many new players added, which poses a promising outlook for the upcoming season. Former player and coach Stephanie White returns to lead the Fever, aiming to revitalize the team. Moreover, Dallas welcomes No. 1 draft pick Paige Bueckers, while the Golden State expansion team is poised to make its debut, making it the first new franchise in the WNBA since 2008. However, the league faces a somber moment as two legendary players, Diana Taurasi and Elena Delle Donne, have announced their retirements, marking the end of their celebrated careers. Taurasi, who spent two decades with the Phoenix Mercury, led her team to three championships, while Delle Donne, a critical factor in the Mystics' only title in 2019, played a vital role in the league's growth and competitiveness.