On Jan. 27th, it was announced that UFA Kayla McBride agreed to play for the Minnesota Lynx. Free agents can officially sign their contracts with teams on Feb. 1st. McBride announced before the signing period that she will be leaving Las Vegas. This is a huge step in the early free-agent period. She is not one of the first or last free agents to move teams. Kayla McBride is Headed to The Midwest to play for the Minnesota Lynx and HC Cheryl Reeve.
Kayla McBride has agreed to terms with Minnesota, and she’s championship ready. pic.twitter.com/7kThOlHCEr
— WSLAM (@wslam) January 27, 2021
Impact on Las Vegas
Kayla McBride, a Notre Dame grad, was drafted third overall in 2014 by the San Antonio Stars. McBride had been apart of the franchise ever since including the move to Las Vegas. During her time in this franchise, she was a huge leader both on and off the court. During her time she averaged 14.7 PPG, 2.4 APG, 1.1 STL, and 3.4 RPG. McBride experienced many changes during her time with this franchise. But was productive every year and became a leader. She became known as “McBuckets” during her time in Vegas. She was a huge part of forming the team and fanbase in Vegas and her time will not be forgotten.
Future in Minnesota
Since McBride is set to come to play for Minnesota as well Natalie Achonwa and Aerial Powers. McBride and Achonwa were teammates at Notre Dame and were both drafted in 2014. This trio will add to the already extremely talented Lynx. Veteran Sylvia Fowles and both the 2019 and 2020 rookies of the year: Napheesa Collier and Crystal Dangerfield. This team is full of talent and adding these players will only bring more greatness.
McBride is going to Minnesota to help grow her game under a very talented coach and impressive program. The Lynx is already a huge contender for the 2021 WNBA playoffs. They have a bright future with this talented lineup. Kayla McBride is Headed to The Midwest.
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