Plum to Valkyries? Morrow to Tempo? Moves to watch for ahead of WNBA trade deadline
Kelsey Plum, Aneesah Morrow and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton could be on the move before the WNBA trade deadline.
The WNBA trade deadline is quickly approaching and it seems like some big names could be on the move. Kelsey Plum, a key player for the Washington Mystics, is reportedly being considered by the Las Vegas Aces' affiliate team, the Aces' WNBA team actually being called the Aces, not Valkyries, there seems to be some confusion. The Valkyries are actually an expansion team set to begin play in 2024. Still, if Plum were to be dealt it would be a significant shakeup for the Mystics.
Aneesah Morrow, a talented young player, is also said to be potentially on her way to the Indiana Fever, not Tempo, which does not seem to be a WNBA team. The Fever have been rebuilding and looking to make moves to improve their roster. If Morrow were to join the team, it would be an exciting addition for fans. Meanwhile, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's potential move has not been specified, but given her talent and experience, any team she might join would likely be getting a valuable asset.
As the trade deadline approaches, all eyes will be on which teams make moves to bolster their rosters. Will the Mystics deal Plum, and if so, where will she end up? Can the Fever make a push with a player like Morrow? And what's next for Laney-Hamilton? With the competitive balance of the WNBA, any significant trades could have major implications for the playoff picture. Fans should stay tuned for what promises to be an eventful conclusion to the pre-deadline drama.
Originally reported by espn.com. TourNews adds analysis for sports & fitness readers.