WNBA Stars Shine: Maryland Alums Making Waves
The WNBA season’s sixth week concluded, showcasing impressive performances from several Maryland Terrapins alumni. These former college stars are making a splash, and their contributions are helping their teams compete at a high level, proving their skills translate well to professional play.
Lynx Dominance Fueled by Diamond Miller
The Minnesota Lynx, with a stellar 12-2 record, are experiencing success. Standout player Diamond Miller had a notable performance, contributing four points in a win against the Sparks on June 21. Her buzzer-beating shot at the end of the third quarter shifted the game’s momentum.
Diamond Miller dashes ahead and beats the buzzer 🏃♀️💨
MIN leads 57-54 heading into the 4th quarter!
LAS-MIN | League Pass pic.twitter.com/iVx5j38OtY
— WNBA (@WNBA) June 22, 2025
Diamond got us all out of our seats. 💎 pic.twitter.com/lKhx7ZqR1m
— Minnesota Lynx (@minnesotalynx) June 22, 2025
Alyssa Thomas‘s Consistent Excellence
Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury has been on fire since returning from a calf injury. She has achieved four consecutive double-doubles, showcasing her consistent all-around skills. Her performance in multiple games demonstrates her significant impact.
“AT has her fifth consecutive double-double, a new Mercury franchise record, and tied for the longest streak in the W this season.”
—Phoenix Mercury (@PhoenixMercury)
The WNBA continues to see an increase in viewership, with the league’s popularity growing year after year. The 2024 season saw a 22% increase in viewership across all platforms (WNBA Stats).
Upcoming Games
Several games are scheduled for the upcoming week, including contests featuring Maryland alums. Fans can look forward to seeing these players in action as they continue their WNBA journeys.
Upcoming games include New York Liberty versus Golden State Valkyries, Minnesota Lynx against the Atlanta Dream, and Indiana Fever versus Dallas Wings.
