Kelsey Plum, Alyssa Thomas among players likely to be traded by WNBA deadline

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Kelsey Plum, Alyssa Thomas among players likely to be traded by WNBA deadline
Summary

As the WNBA trade deadline approaches on August 2, several players are rumored to be on the move, including Kelsey Plum of the Sparks and Alyssa Thomas of the Mercury. Plum has had a standout season but has seen the Sparks struggle in the standings, which could lead to a trade for draft capital. Thomas, despite strong performances, may not fit the Mercury's rebuilding timeline. Skylar Diggins of the Sky and Arike Ogunbowale of the Wings are also mentioned as potential trade candidates, with their teams exploring options amid mixed performances.

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  • Kelsey Plum leads Sparks in scoring, teams eye potential trade.
  • Alyssa Thomas near triple-double average for struggling Mercury.
  • Skylar Diggins reacts to benching, trade interest expected.
  • Arike Ogunbowale's production down, Dallas may seek trade.
Latest Updates
  • 6:28 AMYahoo SportsWNBA Rumors: Insider States 3 Teams Are Interested In Kelsey Plum Ahead Of Trade Deadline
  • 8:10 AMYahoo SportsWNBA trade rumors: 9 players most likely to be traded by 2026 deadline, from Kelsey Plum to Skylar Diggins
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Kelsey Plum, Alyssa Thomas and Arike Ogunbowale lead the list of potential trade candidates ahead of the Aug. 2 deadline.

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Kelsey Plum has emerged as the biggest name to watch ahead of the WNBA trade deadline on Sunday, August 2, at 3 p. m.

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