WNBA Rookie Rankings: A New No. 1 Emerges

Reigning No. 1 Loses Her Crown

Diamond DeShields, the 2018 WNBA Rookie of the Year, has been dethroned by A'ja Wilson as the league's top-ranked rookie. Wilson, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 WNBA Draft, has been a force for the Las Vegas Aces, averaging 20.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks per game. DeShields, meanwhile, has struggled to find her footing with the Chicago Sky, averaging just 10.3 points per game.

Wilson's Impressive Season

Wilson has been a revelation for the Aces, leading the team to a 12-6 record and a spot in the playoff race. She has been a force on both ends of the court, leading the WNBA in blocks and ranking among the league's top 10 in rebounding and scoring.

DeShields' Struggles

DeShields has not been as impressive as Wilson in her second season. She has struggled to find her role on a Sky team that is loaded with talent. She has also been hampered by injuries, missing several games with a knee injury.

Other Notable Rookies

While Wilson and DeShields are the top two rookies in the WNBA, there are several other players who have impressed in their first seasons. Napheesa Collier of the Minnesota Lynx is averaging 13.5 points and 6.5 rebounds per game, while Kristine Anigwe of the Dallas Wings is averaging 10.3 points and 8.3 rebounds per game.

The Future is Bright

The WNBA is in good hands with the emergence of these talented rookies. Wilson, DeShields, Collier, and Anigwe are all capable of being All-Stars and leading their teams to success. The future is bright for the WNBA.