Naz Hillmon

The breakout forward's transformed perimeter game reached its pinnacle with a clutch triple that capped her career-high 21-point performance in Atlanta's thrilling 88-85 victory over Dallas at College Park Center. Hillmon's remarkable evolution from interior scorer to three-point threat materialized perfectly when her team needed it most, connecting on her fifth three-pointer of the night to snap a tie game. Her fourth-quarter explosion featured 12 points including three triples that showcased the expanded range that has made her a Sixth Player of the Year candidate. The former Michigan standout has completely reimagined her offensive identity, shooting over 70 percent from beyond the arc on the night all while maintaining her rebounding excellence and defensive versatility. Dream supporters have witnessed a transformation that could define the franchise's future, watching their young core develop into playoff contenders. She excelled with 21 points, one rebound, three assists and one block.