The Atlanta Dream had a strong start to the game, leading 30-24 after the first quarter. Last season, they finished in fifth place in the standings with a record of 19-21, their best performance since 2018. This season, they are looking to compete with teams like Indiana for a spot in the middle of the standings and playoff positioning.
Key players returning for the Dream include 2021 No. 1 overall pick Rhyne Howard, who averaged 17.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game, Olympic 3×3 champion Allisha Gray with 17.1 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game, and center Cheyenne Parker who averaged 15 points and 6.7 rebounds per game. In addition to these returning stars, veteran all-WNBA center Tina Charles has joined the team via free agency after sitting out last season but still aiming for her first WNBA championship title on this team that could be one to watch this season as they strive to build on their success from last year’s campaign.
