The Sporting News ranks six worst trades in WNBA history

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The Sporting News ranks six worst trades in WNBA history
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The Sporting News has identified the six worst trades in WNBA history, highlighting several significant player moves. The analysis includes the 2010 trade where the Liberty dealt a first-round pick to the Sparks, contributing to the acquisition of future stars like Tina Charles. Other notable trades discussed involve players such as Ariel Atkins, Kristi Toliver, and Kelsey Plum. The ramifications of these trades illustrate how roster decisions can set franchises back for years. Each deal is tied to the player performances and outcomes experienced by the involved teams, making them pivotal moments in WNBA history.

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  • •Liberty traded a first-round pick to Sparks in 2010.
  • •Atkins was traded to Sparks in April 2026 after a brief stint.
  • •Toliver became an All-Star after moving from Sky to Sparks.
  • •Kelsey Plum's acquisition by Sparks proved unbeneficial.
  • •Analysis highlights consequences of these roster decisions.
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