WNBA ranks top 30 players as league celebrates 30th anniversary
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 10:16 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
The WNBA is celebrating its 30th season, marking the anniversary of its inaugural game between the Los Angeles Sparks and the New York Liberty, which took place on June 19, 1996. The Sparks won that match, showcasing players like Lisa Leslie. As part of the commemoration, a ranking of the top 30 players in WNBA history has been released, with Tamika Catchings taking the top spot. Catchings is recognized for her impressive 15-year career with the Indiana Fever, while Diana Taurasi and A'ja Wilson also feature prominently in the rankings. This retrospective highlights the significant contributions of various players to the league's history.
- •The WNBA's 30th anniversary is celebrated today.
- •Tamika Catchings is ranked as the top player in WNBA history.
- •Diana Taurasi is acknowledged as a premier scorer with significant records.
- •A'ja Wilson is highlighted for her achievements in the modern era.
- •The anniversary marks the first game played on June 19, 1996.
- 10:16 AMYahoo Sports — Ranking WNBA’s top 30 stars through 30 years: Catchings, Taurasi, Wilson, Stewart and more
"The WNBA is celebrating its 30th season with the anniversary of its first game, between the Los Angeles Sparks and the New York Liberty on Sunday, a game the Sparks won 67-57. The opening tip in that matchup was won by Lisa Leslie, who went on to have one of the most illustrious WNBA careers. As we commemorate the league reaching its 30th season, Leslie is one of the 30 players who defined this first era of the WNBA. Here are the rest: 1. Tamika Catchings Indiana Fever │ 15 years of service (200
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