2008
Atlanta, Georgia
Gateway Center Arena: cap. 3500
2025 Record 30-14 (.682) • 2024 Record: 15-25 (.325)
2 Year Record: 45-39 (.536)
None. Finals (2010, 2011, 2013, 2018)
Angel McCoughtry, Erika de Souza
Guards: Jordin Canada, Rhyne Howard, Allisha Gray, Te-Hina Paopao, Isobel Borlase, Maite Carzola
Forwards: Naz Hillmon, Brionna Jones, Sika Koné, Angel Reese, Madina Okot, Stephanie Jones
Head Coach: Karl Smesko
OUTSTANDING TRADES
The Atlanta Dream currently hold all of their original picks for the 2026 WNBA Draft.
INCOMING: None
OUTGOING: None
2026 Draft Picks
Round 1: 13th
Round 2: 28th
Round 3: 43rd
Draft Grade: B
Instant Analysis: The Atlanta Dream selected Madina Okot and Indya Nivar, two high-motor prospects with good defensive upside. With Brittney Griner leaving for the Sun, Okot provides a physically imposing presence in the paint. Nivar offers defensive versatility similar to last year’s pick, Taylor Thierry. The team also secured the rights to 19-year-old international guard Kejia Ran, who will likely remain a draft-and-stash prospect while developing in China. Atlanta addressed specific roster gaps by blending collegiate defensive talent with long-term international potential.
One-Month Check-In:
End-of-Season Review:
Three-Year Check-In: Three-year check-in: Where will they be in 2029?
OUTSTANDING TRADES
INCOMING: No. 36: The Atlanta Dream traded Leigha Brown to the Connecticut Sun for the 2025 third-round pick.
OUTGOING: None
2025 Draft Picks
Round 2: 18th
Round 3: 36th
Draft Grade: B
Instant Analysis: Paopao brings good playmaking and excellent shooting, but her size may pose a challenge against more physical guards at the pro level. Thierry, on the other hand, adds defensive versatility and energy that could complement Atlanta’s system well. While the picks provide decent value, the Dream’s overall draft grade may hinge on how Paopao adapts to the WNBA’s physicality.
One-Month Check-In: Te-Hina Paopao has exceeded early expectations, filling in for Jordin Canada with impressive poise, confident shooting, and sharp playmaking. Taylor Thierry is still adjusting in limited minutes but shows flashes of defensive energy. The Dream’s rookie outlook is trending up thanks to Paopao’s immediate contributions.
🔗 Read the Rookie Report: 1 Month Check-In.
End-of-Season Review: WNBA Rookie Report: The Final Verdict
Three-Year Check-In: Three-year check-in: Where will they be in 2028?
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