When we talk about the Atlanta Dream’s journey to the WNBA Finals, we have to talk about Naz Hillmon. 🏀🔥 Drafted 15th overall by the Atlanta Dream in 2022, Naz has been a key piece of this team’s growth from a franchise that struggled in 2021 to a team competing on the biggest stage in 2026. We often hear the word “glue” when describing a player who holds a team together. We hear about leadership, too. Naz embodies both. Her energy, consistency, toughness, and willingness to do the work that doesn’t always show up in the box score have made her an essential part of this team. Alongside Rhyne Howard, Naz arrived in 2022 and became part of the foundation of this new era of Atlanta Dream basketball. In 2025, she earned the WNBA Sixth Player of the Year award. This season, she has continued to show why her role matters so much to the team’s success. Championship journeys are built on more than star power. They’re built by players who bring everything they have to the team, every day. Naz Hillmon is one of those players. Let’s appreciate her impact and the role she’s played in bringing Atlanta to the Finals. 📸 by @KKHansbrough #AtlantaDream #WNBA #NazHillmon #WNBAFinals