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WNBA Announces 2026 All-Rookie Team With Surprising Twist

The WNBA's All-Rookie Team includes names like Azzi Fudd, Olivia Miles, Kiki Rice and more.

The WNBA has announced its 2026 All-Rookie Team, featuring six players who made a significant impact during their debut seasons. Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles, Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd, Seattle Storm guard Flau jae Johnson, Chicago Sky guard Sydney Taylor, Toronto Tempo guard Kiki Rice, and New York Liberty guard Pauline Astier were recognized.

Miles, selected third overall, led the group with impressive stats, including 19.8 points, six assists, and 4.7 rebounds per game. Despite injuries, Fudd and Johnson made their mark, while Taylor, Rice, and Astier made history in their own right.

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